Mapping the Post-Wildfire Landslide Risk in California’s Burn Zones
With heavy rain predicted in some areas, this U.S. Geological Survey tool shows where the hazards of highest concern are located.
Low-Lying Boston’s Frigid Flood Risk Reminder
A powerful Nor’easter storm brought some of the highest tides on record to Massachusetts—and they’re a taste of what’s to come.
Growing Crack in Ridge High Above Interstate Highway Prompts Landslide Concern
State and local authorities continue to closely monitor the fissure near Yakima, Washington.
With ‘Bomb Cyclone,’ Boston Points Residents to This Important Map
Before citizens can help the city keep fire hydrants and catch basins clear of snow, they first need to know where they’re located.
With California’s Largest Wildfire on Record Nearly Contained, Officials Warn of New Danger
The Thomas Fire has been winding down but the risk of mudslides has put state and local agencies on alert. “Every canyon within this burn zone is at risk.”
Virginia Beach Is Using an IoT-Enabled Sensor Network to Predict Flooding in Real Time
Local officials are hoping high-resolution, hydrodynamic models using fluid physics will improve preparedness and response in a low-lying region vulnerable to flooding.
Homeland Security Test Reveals Flaws in Emergency Responder Apps
A pilot test found cyber vulnerabilities or privacy issues in 32 out of 33 apps.
The High Costs of Atlanta’s Massive Airport Power Outage
As the general manager of the world’s busiest air hub vows to fix redundancy and communication problems, Delta Airlines plans to seek tens of millions in compensation.
The Most Expensive Weather Year Ever
Economists are tallying the damage from the fires and the hurricanes, and finding their true costs immeasurable.
How Puerto Rico Is Rebuilding Its Network 3 Months After Maria
Puerto Rico's post-Maria communications effort could serve as a disaster-response playbook for other governments.
Amtrak Cascades Train Using New Rail Bypass Derails Onto I-5
At least 3 passengers were killed and many more injured as railcars left the tracks adjacent to a busy freeway in Washington state.
In California’s Wildfires, a Looming Threat to Climate Goals
The state’s environmental regulations are known to be stringent, but they have limits: They apply only to human-caused emissions.
Did Climate Change Worsen the Southern California Fires?
Seven of the state’s 10 largest modern wildfires have occurred in the last 14 years.
De-energized Power Lines Can’t Spark Wildfires
It’s a simple strategy: Let technology tell you exactly when to cut power in weather conditions that can fuel a major blaze. But utilities and regulators still have to learn how to do it right.
Santa Ana Winds Fuel Quickly Moving Fire in Southern California
After an already difficult year across the West, dangerous fire weather conditions continue in parts of the Golden State.
The Vital Role of Social Media in the Eye of the Storm
Five communications lessons one hospital learned during Hurricane Harvey.
Top Emergency Management Official: Hit the ‘Reset Button’ on Disaster Recovery Roles
FEMA’s administrator envisions state and local governments taking control of reconstruction and resilience with federal support.
Los Angeles Seeks to Build—and Share—an Earthquake Early Warning App
The effort is part of a pledge by Mayor Eric Garcetti, as well as a broader push to bring an earthquake early warning system to the West Coast.
Domestic Violence, Homelessness and Natural Disasters Show Need for Pet-Friendly Shelters
"If we can remove the barrier of leaving a pet behind by creating more pet-friendly domestic violence shelters, more lives can be saved," according to the president and CEO of nonprofit group Red Rover.
Public Health Emergency Declaration Extended in San Diego
While local officials think a deadly hepatitis A outbreak has eased somewhat, they’ve faced challenges in communicating the continuing risk.
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