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#fuel-shortages
fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago
Europe news

Ambulance and fire services to curtail operations and public asked to only buy necessary fuel as shortages worsen nationwide

fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago
Europe news

Garda Commissioner declares national fuel protests an 'exceptional event'; Ambulance and fire services to curtail operations due to fuel shortages

fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago
Europe news

Ambulance and fire services to curtail operations and public asked to only buy necessary fuel as shortages worsen nationwide

fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago
Europe news

Garda Commissioner declares national fuel protests an 'exceptional event'; Ambulance and fire services to curtail operations due to fuel shortages

Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
11 hours ago

From cancer care to school buses - emergency group lists key public services hardest hit by nationwide fuel blockade

Protests are severely disrupting fuel supply, impacting emergency and health services across Ireland.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
13 hours ago

For dozens displaced by West Berkeley apartment fire, it's been a week of loss and stress

Residents displaced by a fire in West Berkeley face deep loss, anxiety, and the challenge of rebuilding their lives amidst ongoing responsibilities.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 hours ago

Sheriff's lieutenant with million-pound fireworks stash led to deadly blast, prosecutors say

A former sheriff's lieutenant faces murder charges linked to a fireworks explosion that killed seven workers in Esparto.
#wildfire
fromwww.npr.org
22 hours ago
Non-profit organizations

Communities are waiting on billions in disaster funding from the Trump administration

fromBoston.com
6 days ago
US news

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate

Non-profit organizations
fromwww.npr.org
22 hours ago

Communities are waiting on billions in disaster funding from the Trump administration

Placerville faces wildfire risks, but a FEMA-funded program to enhance home resilience is stalled due to bureaucratic delays.
fromBoston.com
6 days ago
US news

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate

#arson
Canada news
fromABC7 Chicago
11 hours ago

What we know about arson suspect in California warehouse fire

Chamel Abdulkarim is accused of starting a massive warehouse fire in Ontario, California, facing multiple felony charges and potential life imprisonment.
Canada news
fromABC7 Chicago
11 hours ago

What we know about arson suspect in California warehouse fire

Chamel Abdulkarim is accused of starting a massive warehouse fire in Ontario, California, facing multiple felony charges and potential life imprisonment.
#climate-change
Environment
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

This new interactive map shows which NYC blocks are most vulnerable to flooding

Climate change threatens New York City with flooding, as over one-fifth of the city is identified as vulnerable 'Blue Zones'.
Environment
fromNature
5 days ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Public health
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Careers
fromComputerWeekly.com
16 hours ago

Businesses are paying the price for CISO burnout | Computer Weekly

Burnout among CISOs poses significant risks to businesses, driven by overwhelming responsibilities and rising cyber threats.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
14 hours ago

Teen Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries In Mission District Shooting Following Fight

A teenager was shot in a violent incident shortly after a citywide call for a ceasefire against street violence.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Not everyone who keeps a small social circle is protecting their energy. Some of them built a wide one once, watched it reveal exactly how many people would show up during an actual emergency, and quietly restructured around the answer - Silicon Canals

Small social circles often result from past crises that reveal true friendships, rather than a preference for fewer connections.
Fundraising
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Firefighters ask for support for colleague critically injured in training academy fall

Community support is requested for firefighter Nick Spinale, who sustained serious injuries during training and requires multiple surgeries for recovery.
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Five-Story Bronx Building Erupts In Pre-Dawn Blaze

The FDNY is committed to empowering our communities with the knowledge and tools to prevent fires and protect lives, emphasizing education and resources in at-risk areas.
Brooklyn
Online Community Development
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

When the storm hits: What Hurricane Katrina still teaches federal leaders about continuity of operations

Preparation, relationships, and resourcefulness are essential for effective crisis management, as demonstrated during Hurricane Katrina.
France politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

'We Were Not Ready for This': Lebanon's Emergency System Is Hanging by a Thread

Lebanon faces a humanitarian crisis with nearly 1 in 5 people displaced by Israeli attacks, struggling with inadequate digital infrastructure.
Remote teams
from3blmedia
3 days ago

Why Traditional Evacuation Plans Fall Short in Hybrid Work

Hybrid work complicates evacuation plans, creating gaps when designated safety personnel are absent, necessitating a shift to more inclusive safety strategies.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Industrial explosion sends 13 people to the hospital in East Providence

An explosion at an Aspen Aerogels plant injured 13 people and remains under investigation, with significant emergency response activated.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

The Hidden ROI of Visibility: Better Decisions, Better Behavior, Better Security

Visibility through security measures can deter undesirable behavior and enhance safety in challenging situations.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Food and clean water supply being put at risk due to blockades, gardai warn as some petrol stations run out of fuel

Protests in Ireland over rising fuel costs escalate, prompting government intervention and military involvement to clear blockades at fuel depots.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.
Healthcare
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Massachusetts Hospital Diverts Ambulances as Cyberattack Causes Disruption

Signature Healthcare in Brockton diverted ambulances due to a cyberattack, impacting services but not surgeries or procedures.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Tate Modern evacuated and Millennium Bridge closed as police respond to 'suspicious package'

Police investigated a suspicious package outside the Tate Modern, but the incident was resolved with no danger or injuries reported.
#wildfire-preparedness
Renovation
fromEarth911
3 days ago

Guest Idea: April Is Already Fire Season. Is Your Home Ready?

Wildfire preparedness focuses on reducing ember ignition risks, especially in the critical five-foot zone around homes.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Napa nonprofit installing new 'Beacon Boxes' to help guide crews during wildfire emergencies

Firefighters in Napa County are using Beacon Boxes to improve navigation and access to resources during wildfire emergencies.
Renovation
fromEarth911
3 days ago

Guest Idea: April Is Already Fire Season. Is Your Home Ready?

Wildfire preparedness focuses on reducing ember ignition risks, especially in the critical five-foot zone around homes.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Napa nonprofit installing new 'Beacon Boxes' to help guide crews during wildfire emergencies

Firefighters in Napa County are using Beacon Boxes to improve navigation and access to resources during wildfire emergencies.
Digital life
fromEarth911
2 days ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
fromTelecompetitor
3 days ago

Motorola and T-Mobile partner to provide satellite connectivity for first responders

"We're proud to work with T-Mobile to seamlessly broaden the reach of first responders' trusted communication lifeline - their radios," said Mahesh Saptharishi, executive vice president and chief technology officer of Motorola Solutions.
Roam Research
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

What to know about the 'massive' military bunker beneath Trump's ballroom

Trump described the underground facility as a 'massive military complex' that will include bomb shelters and 'very major medical facilities,' emphasizing its importance for national security.
US news
New York City
fromCbsnews
3 days ago

MTA bus driver recovering in hospital after being attacked on the job

An MTA bus driver was attacked after a minor collision, resulting in serious injuries and raising concerns among transit workers.
Higher education
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Suspicious person prompts lockdown, canceled classes at R.I. college

Classes and activities at the Warwick Campus were canceled due to a report of a suspicious man with a suspected weapon.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

SF Fire Truck Collides With F-Line Streetcar on Embarcadero

A historic streetcar was struck by a San Francisco fire truck, causing damage and temporary service delays on the F-Market line.
#fire
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Three-Alarm Fire Disrupts Brooklyn Near Fort Hamilton Parkway

A three-alarm fire in Brooklyn caused significant smoke and traffic disruptions, prompting officials to advise residents to avoid the area.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Dozens of firefighters battling 3-alarm blaze at Etobicoke waste disposal plant | CBC News

Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Three-Alarm Fire Disrupts Brooklyn Near Fort Hamilton Parkway

A three-alarm fire in Brooklyn caused significant smoke and traffic disruptions, prompting officials to advise residents to avoid the area.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Dozens of firefighters battling 3-alarm blaze at Etobicoke waste disposal plant | CBC News

Environment
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The US Forest Service is closing down research stations ahead of a catastrophic wildfire season

The U.S. Forest Service is closing 57 of 77 research facilities, raising concerns about wildfire and climate change data management.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

24/7 Crisis Center Opens In Brooklyn

The facility, located at 2862 Fulton St., is designed to provide immediate stabilization, therapeutic support, and discharge planning to connect patients with longer-term services.
Brooklyn
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Drug checking service issues warning after surge of suspected overdoses in Toronto | CBC News

Toronto's drug checking service warns of a surge in opioid overdoses and related deaths, highlighting contamination in the unregulated opioid supply.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

Why Operationalizing AI Security Is the Next Great Enterprise Hurdle

Security operations lag behind rapid tech advancements, leading to inefficiencies and risks in managing numerous security tools.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Person seriously injured in fall at Firefighting Academy facility

Emergency crews responded around 9:05 a.m. to the Department of Fire Services Firefighting Academy facility, where a person had been reportedly injured in a fall.
Boston
#nhs
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Patients asked not to visit A&E during strike days

Resident doctors in Gloucestershire are on a six-day strike, affecting A&E services and leading to appointment cancellations.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Patients asked not to visit A&E during strike days

Resident doctors in Gloucestershire are on a six-day strike, affecting A&E services and leading to appointment cancellations.
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Commuter thanks stranger who restarted his heart

I got to the top of the stairs and felt a bit dizzy. I remember thinking I'm going to fall over. I got onto one knee and then, that was it, I don't remember anything else.
London
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

San Francisco fire truck crashes with historic Muni streetcar on The Embarcadero

A San Francisco fire truck collided with a historic Muni streetcar, causing delays on the F Market line but no reported injuries.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Cell outage blocks San Francisco 911 calls

A cell outage may disrupt 911 calls in San Francisco, prompting residents to use Wi-Fi calling or text 911 for assistance.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

San Francisco fire truck crashes with historic Muni streetcar on The Embarcadero

A San Francisco fire truck collided with a historic Muni streetcar, causing delays on the F Market line but no reported injuries.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Cell outage blocks San Francisco 911 calls

A cell outage may disrupt 911 calls in San Francisco, prompting residents to use Wi-Fi calling or text 911 for assistance.
Environment
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Hurricane prediction reveals deadly threats facing America's coast

Hurricane activity in 2026 may be below average, but there's a significant chance of impactful storms hitting the US.
California
fromABC7 New York
1 day ago

Philadelphia parking garage collapse leaves 1 dead, 2 missing

A parking garage under construction partially collapsed in Philadelphia, resulting in one death and two individuals unaccounted for.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

The New Rules of Engagement: Matching Agentic Attack Speed

AI-enabled cyberattacks are currently occurring, with significant impacts on organizations and a widening gap between attackers and defenders.
Healthcare
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

Healthcare Executives Face a New Era of Personal Risk

Healthcare executives face heightened personal risks due to grievance-motivated cyber threats amid economic pressures and public accountability.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
US news
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

Plane Makes Emergency Highway Landing in Pennsylvania

A small plane made an emergency landing on Interstate 78 in Pennsylvania, causing significant traffic delays but leaving the pilot and passenger unharmed.
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

NYC mom of two ID'd after being killed by Brooklyn ambulance - that kept driving after hitting her

The Maimonides Medical Center ambulance struck Cherry Cayetano Sobel, 44, about a mile and a half from her Midwood home. The driver didn't stop.
Boston
California
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Calif. sheriff's deputy spots fuse of 'active' bomb during traffic stop

A traffic stop revealed an active pipe bomb in a vehicle, leading to the arrest of the suspect on multiple charges.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Humpday Headlines: Oakland Apartment Fire Displaces Residents, Kills Cat

A cat died and multiple residents were displaced in a North Oakland apartment fire, with four units damaged but no injuries reported.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Non-survivable': heatwaves are already breaching human limits, with worse to come, study finds

When scientists applied a new model of human survivability that takes into account the body's ability to function and stay cool depending on age, they found all six events had seen non-survivable periods for older people who could not find shade.
Environment
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

The Hidden Cost of Recurring Credential Incidents

Credential incidents cause significant operational costs and disruptions, impacting IT teams and overall business productivity beyond just breach prevention.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
5 days ago

FDNY called to battery fire inside Williamsburg library

FDNY responded to a lithium-ion battery fire at the Williamsburg library, which was extinguished without injuries or structural damage.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Lithium battery fire inside Bay Area home kills one

San Jose fire officials warned that lithium-ion batteries are highly toxic when ablaze due to 'highly irritating gases' like carbon monoxide.
California
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

Mom of 2 fatally struck by ambulance in Brooklyn was registered nurse

"There's a lot of distractions when you drive an ambulance. They do serious work - but how could they not stop?"
Brooklyn
US news
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Eugene Mirman posts message after fiery NH crash and dramatic rescue

Eugene Mirman was rescued from a burning vehicle after a serious crash in New Hampshire and expressed gratitude to his rescuers on social media.
Public health
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Emergency list reveals survival items Americans should stockpile

Americans should prepare emergency supplies to sustain themselves for several days without outside help during disasters.
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

Why Your Phone Battery Dies Faster During a Public Emergency

When cell towers are damaged or overloaded, phones work harder to stay connected, using up more power. Weak signals, frequent reconnecting, and increased activity from the phone's modem are among the main reasons the battery does not last as long in these situations.
Coronavirus
Online Community Development
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

When disaster strikes, census data can help show who is in harm's way

The U.S. Census Bureau's OnTheMap for Emergency Management tool helps officials quickly estimate population and workforce data in disaster-affected areas to guide emergency response and recovery efforts.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

People who stay calm during emergencies but fall apart over minor inconveniences aren't fragile. Their system was calibrated for catastrophe, and it genuinely doesn't know how to scale down to a traffic jam or a lost set of keys. - Silicon Canals

Accumulated small daily frustrations can trigger greater stress responses than single major crises in people whose nervous systems were calibrated for survival under chronic danger or high-stakes conditions.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How to Help Communities Rebound from Crisis and Disaster

Disaster psychology provides an empirically-based framework for building community resilience and growth during crises through understanding predictable psychological phases and natural recovery mechanisms.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

Why SF's emergency sirens will stay silent even amid Iran drone threat

San Francisco's emergency sirens have remained silent since 2019 due to unrepaired hardware and security issues, leaving the city reliant on alternative alert methods despite potential security threats.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Navigating the Messy Middle of Disaster Recovery

Disaster recovery extends beyond the initial crisis phase; year two brings psychological challenges including chronic stress, financial strain, and bureaucratic delays that impair functioning and compound trauma.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Should We Treat Political Violence as a Public Health Crisis?

Political violence in the U.S. has become routine and causes lasting psychological and public-health harms beyond immediate security threats.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: The Wildfire Season You're Not Prepared For

Extreme wildfire conditions caused by heat, drought, and wind alignment have nearly tripled globally over 45 years, with human-caused climate change responsible for over half this increase, making simultaneous extreme fire weather across multiple regions increasingly common.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Hospital disruption continues after fire

A fire in the endoscopy unit at Southampton General Hospital forced evacuation of over 200 patients, cancellation of planned operations, and diversion of emergency cases.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Critical incident declared at city hospital trust

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust declared a critical incident due to unprecedented patient demand, causing severe delays and elective procedure rearrangements to protect patient safety.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
US news
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

FEMA will resume staff reductions that were paused during winter storm, managers say

FEMA will resume cutting CORE staff, potentially undermining disaster response capacity by eliminating experienced on-call employees and disrupting teams and leadership.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What we can learn about U.S. disaster response-a year after the LA wildfires

Simultaneous, wind-driven wildfires in densely populated Los Angeles exposed systemic failures, heroic local responses, and urgent gaps in U.S. disaster preparedness and recovery.
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