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Healthcare
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Why De-Escalation Must Be Part of a Layered Safety Strategy in Healthcare

Healthcare security leaders must proactively manage potential incidents through layered safety strategies and effective training to enhance staff confidence and care delivery.
#dublin
London
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Emergency services attend fire in Dublin city centre; commuters warned of delays

Emergency services are responding to a fire on Eden Quay in Dublin, causing potential delays for commuters.
London food
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Emergency services attend fire at pub in Dublin city centre; Luas line out of service and commuters warned of delays

Emergency services are responding to a fire at the James Connolly pub in Dublin, causing traffic delays and service disruptions.
London
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Emergency services attend fire in Dublin city centre; commuters warned of delays

Emergency services are responding to a fire on Eden Quay in Dublin, causing potential delays for commuters.
London food
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Emergency services attend fire at pub in Dublin city centre; Luas line out of service and commuters warned of delays

Emergency services are responding to a fire at the James Connolly pub in Dublin, causing traffic delays and service disruptions.
#fire
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 hours ago

Fire crews attack blaze at Toronto Humber Yacht Club building | CBC News

Fire crews are battling a 3-alarm blaze at a former yacht club building in Etobicoke, with no reported injuries.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Two-alarm fire rips through Brooklyn apartement, displacing residents, pets

A two-alarm fire occurred in a top-floor apartment in Brownsville, Brooklyn, displacing residents and pets, with investigations ongoing.
London food
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Two people hospitalised after fire at pub in Dublin city centre; Luas line out of service and commuters warned of delays

A fire at the James Connolly pub has led to hospitalizations and traffic disruptions.
fromQNS
4 days ago
Austin

Six firefighters injured battling 5-alarm fire at historic 19th-century church and rectory in Old Astoria: FDNY - QNS

London food
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Two people hospitalised after Dublin city centre pub fire; Luas green line operating with delays

A fire at the James Connolly pub led to two hospitalizations and significant emergency response, causing traffic delays and ongoing investigations.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 hours ago

Fire crews attack blaze at Toronto Humber Yacht Club building | CBC News

Fire crews are battling a 3-alarm blaze at a former yacht club building in Etobicoke, with no reported injuries.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Two-alarm fire rips through Brooklyn apartement, displacing residents, pets

A two-alarm fire occurred in a top-floor apartment in Brownsville, Brooklyn, displacing residents and pets, with investigations ongoing.
London food
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Two people hospitalised after fire at pub in Dublin city centre; Luas line out of service and commuters warned of delays

A fire at the James Connolly pub has led to hospitalizations and traffic disruptions.
fromQNS
4 days ago
Austin

Six firefighters injured battling 5-alarm fire at historic 19th-century church and rectory in Old Astoria: FDNY - QNS

London food
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Two people hospitalised after Dublin city centre pub fire; Luas green line operating with delays

A fire at the James Connolly pub led to two hospitalizations and significant emergency response, causing traffic delays and ongoing investigations.
DevOps
fromThe Hacker News
58 minutes ago

What to Look for in an Exposure Management Platform (And What Most of Them Get Wrong)

Exposure management platforms vary in effectiveness, and security leaders need to evaluate them based on their ability to reduce actual risk.
Education
fromBoston.com
52 minutes ago

Anonymous tip system started in wake of Sandy Hook shooting has fielded nearly 400,000 reports

The 'Say Something' program teaches students to identify and report signs of potential violence or self-harm to prevent school shootings.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
13 hours ago

Protecting U.S. Critical Infrastructure as Global Tensions Rise

Geopolitical tensions necessitate enhanced security measures for critical infrastructure to mitigate indirect threats and improve situational awareness.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
22 hours ago

Natural disasters can cause another crisis for those recovering from opioid addiction

Hurricane Helene highlighted the need for improved access to substance use medications during natural disasters to prevent opioid relapse and overdose.
Parenting
fromwww.businessinsider.com
20 hours ago

I ran a life skills camp for middle school kids. They learned to do laundry, cook dinner, and navigate Chicago without phones.

Kristin Howard founded 'Going Up,' a camp teaching life skills to middle schoolers, emphasizing childhood independence and resilience in 2024.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Madman with machete slashes two men in the Bronx: cops | amNewYork

Police in the Bronx are searching for a machete-wielding madman who attacked and seriously wounded two men in a bloody assault early on Tuesday morning.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Peter James rushed to help during the Port Arthur massacre: Some people were falling apart. I would become one of them'

Peter arrived at the command post sometime after 5pm, and police began explaining the scale of the slaughter. The number of deaths wasn't confirmed yet, they said, but it was unthinkably high.
London politics
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

That UL logo is more complicated than it looks

UL Solutions has been a cornerstone in safety testing for over a century, starting with fire and safety evaluations for electrical products as electricity became common in homes. Today, its logo signifies safety across a vast array of consumer electronics.
London startup
Liverpool FC
fromIndependent
3 days ago

'The emergency response was world-class' - UCC captain responding well after AIL play-off abandoned due to medical incident

Medical personnel in Cork received praise for their response to a serious incident during a rugby match.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Silicon Valley mental health crisis team at risk of losing funding - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's TRUST program, a non-police mental health crisis team, faces funding challenges despite high demand and effectiveness in crisis stabilization.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Security Career or Security Blanket? Turning Fearful Staying into Commitment

Job-hugging reflects fear rather than commitment, leading to burnout and stalled innovation in teams.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Texas tornado kills at least one person as wildfires still rage in parts of Georgia

Officials from Wise county in Texas confirmed one fatality due to the tornado, with six individuals treated for storm-related injuries. Significant damage occurred across multiple neighborhoods.
East Bay (California)
#chicago
#crisis-management
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago
Remote teams

From Crisis to Continuity: The Human Impact of Workplace Disruption

Organizations must shift from 'if' to 'when' regarding crisis preparedness, focusing on human impact and corporate culture for resilient recovery.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

From Crisis to Continuity: The Human Impact of Workplace Disruption

Organizations must shift from 'if' to 'when' regarding crisis preparedness, focusing on human impact and corporate culture for resilient recovery.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
#wildfires
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Large fire breaks out in Manchester as firefighters tackle blaze

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Suicide-related callouts to fire services triple in England in a decade

Suicide-related callouts to fire services in England have tripled in the last decade, prompting calls for mandatory training for firefighters.
#camp-mystic
fromabc7.com
1 week ago
SF parents

Camp Mystic security guard says an early evacuation order could have saved lives

Austin
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Texas agency finds Camp Mystic emergency plan insufficient, risks not opening for summer

Camp Mystic's emergency plan fails to meet new state requirements, prompting a 45-day correction period from the Texas Department of State Health Services.
SF parents
fromabc7.com
1 week ago

Camp Mystic security guard says an early evacuation order could have saved lives

A security guard acknowledged that an early evacuation order during the 2025 flood could have saved lives at Camp Mystic.
fromMail Online
5 days ago

Grisly manikin used to train surgeons for knife and gunshot wounds

The aim is to give trainee surgeons the opportunity to learn the technical aspects of emergency heart surgery in a safe environment, and to experience the time-pressure and tactile aspects of this live-saving operation.
Medicine
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Wild video shows person dangling off Bay Bridge to avoid police

A man evaded police by clinging to the Bay Bridge after a stolen vehicle chase, ultimately surrendering without incident.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

UC Berkeley campus sees 2 deaths in under 24 hours

The student, a Berkeley resident, was pronounced dead at the scene within minutes. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office's Coroner's Bureau said his cause of death was still pending investigation, though Westlie said no foul play is suspected.
Boston
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Louisiana governor says there's an active shooter at mall in Baton Rouge

Governor Jeff Landry stated, 'I am in coordination with law enforcement and we will update as we know more. Please avoid the area.'
France news
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

LAFD's culture of obedience runs deep. Firefighters say they fear retaliation from bosses

The Los Angeles Fire Department's culture discourages questioning orders, leading to tragic consequences during emergencies.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

2-alarm fire at nightclub on Toronto waterfront being investigated | CBC News

Toronto fire crews extinguished a two-alarm fire at the Rebel nightclub with no reported injuries.
#cybersecurity
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago
Information security

Are tech leaders risking a cyber resourcing crisis? | Computer Weekly

Cybersecurity professionals face low pay rises and high job dissatisfaction, risking a talent crisis despite the growing demand for their skills.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

How to Know Where Your Security Threat Is Before It's Too Late

Organizations winning the security talent war operationalize key questions to prevent knowledge loss and enhance cybersecurity resilience.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Are tech leaders risking a cyber resourcing crisis? | Computer Weekly

Cybersecurity professionals face low pay rises and high job dissatisfaction, risking a talent crisis despite the growing demand for their skills.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

How to Know Where Your Security Threat Is Before It's Too Late

Organizations winning the security talent war operationalize key questions to prevent knowledge loss and enhance cybersecurity resilience.
Chicago
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

One police officer dead after Chicago hospital shooting

A shooting at a Chicago hospital resulted in one police officer dead and another critically injured, with the suspect in custody.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Growing brush fire triggers evacuation warnings in Orange County

The fire, which burned at least 60 acres, was reported shortly after 3 p.m. along Carbon Canyon Road, just east of Valencia Avenue.
East Bay (California)
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Bath Beach Impound Lot Fire Destroys Dozens Of Cars

Eyewitness clips and aerial footage showed flames shooting from the lot shortly after midnight as firefighters worked to knock down the blaze. Despite the dramatic scene and heavy damage, authorities said no injuries were reported.
Brooklyn
Environment
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

Opinion: Lessons From New York's Deadly Winter

Cold weather highlights the dangers of climate change, disproportionately affecting the homeless and revealing the urgent need for effective policies.
London
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Man dies after blaze inside Belfast hospital's emergency department

A man in his 30s passed away after a fire incident in the A&E unit of the Royal Victoria Hospital.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

As home invasions rise, some Toronto residents take security into their own hands | CBC News

Home invasions in Toronto have surged, prompting residents to enhance security measures like window film to deter intruders.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

People who are excellent in emergencies and fall apart during ordinary weeks aren't wired wrong. Their nervous system was calibrated for crisis, and calm registers as the absence of signal rather than the presence of safety. They function brilliantly when the house is burning because fire is the only temperature that feels familiar. - Silicon Canals

The autonomic nervous system has a social engagement system that affects how individuals respond to stress and calm.
Fundraising
fromBoston.com
2 weeks 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.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Counter-terror police investigate another arson attack

Commander Helen Flanagan stated, 'At this stage last night's arson is not being linked to other incidents in the north-west London area over the last week or last month's arson in Golders Green but counter terrorism officers are leading due to the similarities of each attack.'
London politics
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

LaGuardia firefighter heard stop' before crash but didn't know who it was for, report says

A firefighter truck collided with an Air Canada jet at LaGuardia, killing both pilots, due to miscommunication and lack of alerts.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Woman jumps off third floor balcony to escape fire

This incident highlights why you should always ensure your escape route is clear and why we recommend to never charge your e-bike or e-scooter on your means of escape, such as a hallway or by your front door.
London
fromBoston.com
3 weeks 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
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks 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.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month 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.
NYC LGBT
fromQueens, NY Patch
1 month ago

3 Killed In 4-Alarm NYC Building Fire: FDNY

A four-alarm fire in Queens killed three people, injured five firefighters, and hospitalized two others in critical condition on Monday afternoon.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

EXCLUSIVE: Seasonal firefighters beat the heat at Cal Fire's training academy

Extreme heat poses significant challenges for seasonal firefighters during their training academy in Napa Valley.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months 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
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Experience: I suffered terrible burns as a child then became a firefighter

A severe burn accident at age six caused third- and fourth-degree burns on 73% of the body, requiring a year of hospitalization and long-term recovery, fundamentally shaping life trajectory and resilience.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
2 months 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.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Firefighter suffers cardiac arrest during Hyde Park blaze

A firefighter suffered cardiac arrest while battling a warehouse roof fire in Hyde Park that caused approximately $750,000 in damage.
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.
#crisis-intervention
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
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
1 month 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.
Public health
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Campbell hosts CERT Academy winter training

Local community offers CERT disaster-preparedness training, a Lunar New Year celebration, and recognizes the Open Space Authority for governance transparency.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Borough Park fire injures one firefighter, six civilians

BOROUGH PARK - A fire inside a Borough Park building left six civilians and one firefighter injured on Wednesday, Jan. 28. The blaze started at 8:50 a.m. on the second floor of the building. FDNY said 21 units and 79 firefighters and EMS workers were at the scene. The fire was put out at 10:10 a.m. One person is in critical condition while five civilians and a firefighter sustained minor injuries.
New York City
Mental health
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Implementing Meaningful De-Escalation Training in Your Security Program

De-escalation training reduces aggressive incidents and is a critical risk-mitigation strategy for modern security personnel and organizations.
#emergency-preparedness
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Saratoga evacuation seminar helps residents prepare for emergencies

Saratoga city officials hosted a preparedness seminar with public safety organizations and nonprofits to help residents understand evacuation procedures and emergency response coordination.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Saratoga evacuation seminar helps residents prepare for emergencies

Saratoga city officials organized a community seminar featuring multiple public safety organizations and nonprofits to educate residents about evacuation preparedness and emergency response procedures.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Saratoga evacuation seminar helps residents prepare for emergencies

Saratoga city officials hosted a preparedness seminar with public safety organizations and nonprofits to help residents understand evacuation procedures and emergency response coordination.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Saratoga evacuation seminar helps residents prepare for emergencies

Saratoga city officials organized a community seminar featuring multiple public safety organizations and nonprofits to educate residents about evacuation preparedness and emergency response procedures.
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.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Large police presence seen as firefighters respond to house fire in San Bruno

A large house on Keefe Court in San Bruno caught fire; firefighters and police responded, and an ABC7 photographer reported hearing sounds like ammunition inside.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Man laying outside Oakland firehouse struck by fire department vehicle responding to blaze

A man believed to be unhoused and possibly sleeping outside East Oakland Fire Station 20 was struck by a responding fire department pickup and hospitalized.
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