Washington County is partnering with FEMA for a weeklong class at its Emergency Operations Center, teaching law enforcement and first responders about federal emergency response.

Emergency Management Specialist Thomas Brennan has completed the National Emergency Management Basic Academy, enhancing the county’s preparedness for disasters, according to a community announcement.

The report, that stresses the contributions and needs of responders, was compiled by the CFSI National Advisory Committee.

Scouting Boston has launched a “one in the nation” training program that prepares scouts for real life emergencies. About 250 ...

SURRY, Va. — Federal homeland security officials will conduct an emergency preparedness exercise later this month at Dominion Virginia Power's Surry Power Station. The biennial exercise, planned for ...

State officials on the front lines of preparing for natural disasters and responding to emergencies say severe cuts to federal security grants, restrictions on money intended for readiness and funding ...

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