Study Calls for More Regional Preparedness

The PNSR study, Recalibrating the System: Toward Efficient and Effective Resourcing of National Preparedness, called upon DHS and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to set up Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Staffs in the national FEMA regions as an extension of the National Preparedness System. READ MORE

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September is National Prepardness Month ...

National Prepardness Month 2009 is focused on changing perceptions about emergency preparedness and will help Americans understand what it truly means to be Ready. READY.gov illustrates how preparedness goes beyond fire alarms, smoke detectors, dead-bolt locks and extra food in the pantry and helps you communicate important preparedness messages to your family beyond fire alarms, smoke detectors, dead-bolt locks and extra food in the pantry and help you communicate important preparedness messages to your familyour business and your community with a new series of customizable materials.

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FEMA Releases Comprehensive Preparedness Guide 101

FEMA has released the final version of its Comprehensive Preparedness Guide (CPG) 101: "Developing and Maintaining State, Territorial, Tribal, and Local Government Emergency Plans."

This guide completes the Congress mandated requirements of HSPD-8, Annex I to develop a "national integrated planning system." Combined with the Integrated Planning System (IPS) guidance provided by DHS, the CPG realizes the vision of a vertically integrated planning system providing for a consistent planning process across all levels of government. READ MORE

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