#community-resilience

#community-resilience

"Sometimes, recovery is not rebuilding. […] the ethos of #strong - measuring success with how quickly we can raise up houses on scorched earth - is snake oil."

A Turkish angora cat peeks out from a wooden shelter at the Ankara Cat Protection, Survival and Promotion Centre at Ankara University. The veterinary faculty houses cats in safe conditions and helps them find new homes.

The nostalgia tied to the 1950s diner-style restaurants overlooks the harsh realities faced by many during that era, suggesting a dangerous romanticization of the past.

On Memorial Day weekend in 2015, the Blanco River suddenly rose more than 40 feet in the middle of the night, carrying away nearly everything in its path.

The signs of change are evident across burned landscapes, showcasing new life blooming among the ruins, but the sense of loss from the devastating firestorm still overshadows progress.

The grueling, desperate search for 27 missing girls stretched into a third day on Sunday after raging floodwaters surged into a summer camp as rescuers maneuvered through challenging terrain.

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick expressed profound grief over the tragic flooding in central Texas, emphasizing the heartbreak of losing children and the ongoing recovery efforts.

"I saw the look of the people that recognized me on the sidelines, saying, 'Is that Davida square dancing?' They just didn't expect that of me."

"It went from four or five times a week to a couple of times a week, to maybe once a week, now, but it’s still like, 'come on.'"

This isn't the typical riding video from Kona Bicycles. This is a video about trails. About community. About the people, bikes, and the resilience of the Maui Riding scene post-2023 wildfires.

This was an act of hate, but it will not define us. This mural was born from a community's pride, history, and power. We will restore it-stronger, bolder, and with even more purpose.

"I grew up to the sounds of fire engines and bulldozers as block after block of viable housing went up in flames or was reduced to rubble under the treads of heavy machinery. None of the structures in my photographs has survived."

Joslyn Rose Lyons emphasizes that storytelling matters when it helps people feel seen, stating that success isn't just about the spotlight, but what sticks with you.

"Wildfire prevention is not seasonable. It's year-round, as is the threat from wildfire in California. We've learned from the devastating fires in the west..."

Local Chambers of Commerce played essential roles in adapting to wartime challenges, ensuring businesses remained operational, and facilitating community support during World War II.

But amidst this chaotic blitz, our community resists and shines brighter.

As the blackout spread throughout the city, initial confusion turned to calm as residents adjusted to the unexpected situation.

Mario Tama, a Getty Images photographer, felt an ominous feeling as the Santa Ana winds brought high risks for wildfires, which ultimately led to catastrophic blazes.

At least seven people were injured during a recent drone attack on a storage building in Odesa, which damaged multiple civil infrastructure facilities.