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Recent government-to-government agreements between tribes and states, such as the partnership between the state of California and the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians for mutual aid through fire and rescue, demonstrate how governments can work together for public benefit. These collaborations showcase the importance of fostering positive relationships between tribal and non-tribal governments to address common challenges and improve public safety, well-being, and the quality of life for everyone. https://lnkd.in/gqmpyEsQ

What’s the solution? I know there are no easy answers but what steps can we take? I hear Jim Mullins comments about local EM not always knowing how to access federal resources. I hear the finger pointing to the feds saying you don’t pay attention to us at the local level. If both are true… where is the middle? Is it the state resources? Is it better training of local EM’s of the resources? Or maybe easier access to the resources? Is it a stronger mutual aid system? Is it a different approach to community preparedness… going from a “culture of preparedness” to a “culture of responsibility”? What are your thoughts? Hard questions for all of us.

The Gulf of Mexico just had it's first named storm of the season, and it's barely hurricane season. One of the many things I love about what we do at the Gulf of Mexico Alliance is act as a connector, not just for traditional environmental issues like water quality or marine debris. We look at how people are connected and impacted by Gulf issues, and we connect them with the right resources. Proud of what we do. Are you prepared for storm season? https://lnkd.in/ej_59B7Z

In the latest edition of Chesapeake Region Chapter of CAI's The Beacon, Chase Hudson, CIRMS, CISR, EBP shares guidance on planning for and responding to disasters to protect your community and manage claims. https://hubs.li/Q02SZrLC0

This should prove to be an interesting rotation.

If you have not checked out Dr. Tara Goddard's research deep dive "Inclusive Evacuation", you are missing out! To learn more about her Tahoe fire case study and her ongoing work to make disaster evacuation more inclusive to all, click the link https://bit.ly/3HHjWDi.

To qualify for assistance, Oregonians must have had disaster-related damage to their homes, and homes must have been occupied and used as the primary residence at the time of the disasters. Learn more by visiting t.ly/pGJo0

The Biden-Harris Administration is working around the clock to provide robust and well-coordinated Federal support for the ongoing response and recovery efforts due to Hurricane Helene's impacts. President Biden's remarks on the devastation and continued response efforts can be viewed here. Today, President Biden will visit North Carolina and South Carolina and Vice President Harris will visit Georgia to visit areas impacted by Hurricane Helene. You can view their remarks here: 4:00 PM ET: Vice President Harris Delivers Remarks on the Response Efforts Following Hurricane Helene 4:15 PM ET: President Biden Receives an Operational Briefing Today, an updated fact sheet on continued response efforts to Hurricane Helene was released. As of this week, the Biden Harris Administration has approved major disaster declarations in Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, allowing survivors to immediately access funds and resources to jumpstart their recovery. Emergency declarations were also approved for Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, and Alabama. These actions authorize FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief to alleviate the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency on the local population and to provide appropriate assistance to save lives, to protect property, public health and safety and to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe.

Blake Emergency Services goes beyond stats and descriptions, showcasing compassion, adaptability, and navigating #CrisisResponse complexities with humanity. Learn more: https://okt.to/P0FtXy

Trout and salmon are at a pivotal moment. The threats they face are enormous. But we are optimists. We have to believe.  So we are throwing our energies into the protection and recovery of America’s rivers and building trout and salmon strongholds for the long term. By working together — collaboratively, strategically, tirelessly — we can rise to the moment. Learn more about our Priority Waters campaign here: https://lnkd.in/gHHqZQC8 #TUPriorityWaters