The response phase is a reaction to the occurrence of a catastrophic disaster or emergency. It consists of actions which are aimed at saving lives, reducing economic losses and alleviating suffering.

Planning, training, exercising, and communications are among the activities conducted under this phase. Response activities and programs are designed to address the immediate and short-term effects of ...

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif. Eatonhurst Postfire Baer initially started 3:12 a.m. Jan. 18 in Los Angeles ...

Effective national and global response arrangements and capabilities are essential to minimise the impacts from nuclear and radiological incidents and emergencies. The IAEA maintains the international ...

Social distancing was in effect at the Jordan City Council chambers Monday night, as council members sat staggered throughout the room while limited staff occupied the public audience chairs.

The study finds that social media is no longer considered a non-traditional tool for emergency communication. Instead, it has become an integral part of situational awareness, public engagement, and ...

The cutting-edge training facility will serve as a one-stop hub for police, fire, and EMS personnel to prepare for a range of emergencies.