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...Main Articles 2022:    
Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Dec
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Homeland Security
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

FBI analysis of law enforcement suicides reveals five significant themes

New law authorizes US Fire Administration to conduct investigations of major fires

Resources for EMS response to the respiratory virus surge this winter

Webinar: Secret Service hosts virtual rollout event for new report: Mass Attacks in Public Spaces: 2016 – 2020

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Dec
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Stay Informed.
This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

DHS S&T publishes market survey of respirators suitable for wildland firefightin

White House launches Non-Fatal Opioid Overdose Dashboard powered by the National EMS Information System

FEMA releases Restoration and Recovery Guide for Private-Public Partnerships and supplemental Fact Sheets

Webinar: Bombing Prevention Resources for Mitigating the Use of Explosives and IEDs Against Critical Infrastructure

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Dec
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

NVFC launches First Responder Helpline, webinar Dec. 14

FCC proposes rules to strengthen the security of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts

Considerations for Establishing Agreements for Next Generation 911

All Hazards Consortium hosts National Resilience Exchange Virtual Summit on Jan. 24-26, 2023

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Dec
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

Infection prevention and control for the EMS and 911 workforce

New NTAS Bulletin summarizes the continued heightened threat environment across the U

NASEMSO seeks input on a national project on collaboration between EMS, 911, emergency management, and public healt

CISA Webinar: Tribal Emergency Communications Program Overview

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Nov
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

FIRST develops model policies to protect fire-based EMS providers from workplace violence

CISA's SAFECOM publishes “First 48” cyber incident response guidance for public safet

NVFC, IAFC, and ISFSI release a new operational training guide for firefighters, virtual workshop Dec.

Webinar: Drones as first responders – how public safety can leverage drones for any type of incident

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Nov
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

NIOSH recommends training on use of portable radio emergency alert button for Maydays

November is Infrastructure Security Month: Infrastructure Security is National Security

FEMA releases National Continuous Improvement Guidance, offers webinars with guest speakers through mid-December

National Policing Institute offers free, virtual training on law enforcement roadway safety


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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Nov
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Homeland Security
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

Crash Responder Safety Week is Nov. 14-18, kick-off webinar Nov. 14

CISA Office for Bombing Prevention trains its 150,000th person

NIST and partners publish ASTM Standard Guide for Community Resilience Planning for Buildings and Infrastructure

EMI releases FY 2023 schedule for virtual EOC Skillset Curriculum

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Oct
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

Fires in flooded electric vehicles after Hurricane Ian raise concerns

New CSB report on 2019 Philadelphia oil refinery incident recommends evaluation of safer alternatives to hydrofluoric acid

FEMA seeks feedback on cyber incident planning guidance, comments due Nov. 22

CISA hosts first National Summit on K-12 School Safety and Security, virtual event Nov. 1-3

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Oct

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Historic Filipinotown Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Cumbre Las Americas Community Meeting

LASD Participates in Multiagency Operation Netting Several Arrests

Reserve Deputy Anthony “Tony” Buttitta Saves Hit-and-Run Victim

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Oct
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

Help raise awareness of Move Over laws to keep responders safe at emergency scenes on roadways, webinar Nov. 14

FEMA updates EOC How-to Quick Reference Guide and Resilience Analysis and Planning Tool

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: CISA webinar Oct. 26 on emergency communications cybersecurity

Reminder: Deadline to request FEMA exercise support is Nov. 1

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Oct
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Homeland Security
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Stay Informed.
This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

Violence against EMS providers: Improving officer safety

DEA warns that brightly colored “rainbow fentanyl” is being used by drug cartels to target young Americans

NEMSAC requests input on improving the safety and effectiveness of post-crash care at traffic incidents

Oct. 11 livestream event: U.S. Fire Administrator's Summit on Fire Prevention and Control: State of Science

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Sept
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Homeland Security
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Stay Informed.
This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

DOJ releases recommendations for law enforcement response to mass protests

Input requested from the public safety community to improve emergency communications capabilities

DHS launches first-of-its-kind cybersecurity grant program, applications due Nov. 15

Webinar: New Developments for Public Safety Drones

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Sept
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Homeland Security
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This INFOGRAM is distributed weekly to provide members of the Emergency Services Sector with information concerning the protection of their critical infrastructure.

NIOSH advisory recommends firefighters train on use of multi-gas monitors

San Antonio pioneers the use of whole blood for transfusions in the prehospital setting

Motorola's new Public Safety Threat Alliance Information Sharing and Analysis Organization (ISAO) will provide public safety-focused cyber threat intelligence

EMI's Virtual Tabletop Exercise Program FY 2023 schedule now available

Cyber Threats


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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Sept
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IAFF and Metro Chiefs issue joint statement on health risks from chemicals in firefighter turnout gear

Leveraging computer-aided dispatch systems to enhance suspicious activity reporting

Transporting liquefied natural gas by rail: Emergency preparedness and response

FEMA offering exercise assistance through National Exercise Program


Cyber Threats


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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Sept

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Paying Tribute to the Working Force.

County Counsel's Hidden Agenda.

Sheriff Villanueva Proudly Teams up at the LA Dream Center for a Good Cause.

ACLU Attempts to Take the Vote Away from Voters.

National Back to School: Sheriff Villanueva Shows the Extra Step to Safety.

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Sept
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Suicide Prevention Awareness resources for emergency responders

DHS releases report on protecting critical infrastructure from an electromagnetic pulse event

National Preparedness Month: Build a Lasting Legacy

CISA ESS Webinar: Local Emergency Planning Committees – An Overview on Spill Reporting and Enhanced Coordination

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Sept
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NIOSH publishes recommendations for reducing needlesticks and other sharps injuries to law enforcement officers

First responders test emerging technologies during DHS S&T's 2022 Urban OpEx event

Checklist for Communications Technology in Training and Exercises from NCSWIC

NIST hosts virtual 2022 Disaster Resilience Symposium on Sept. 14-15

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Aug

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Joining Efforts to Increase Fentanyl Awareness

Pink Patch Project Night at Dodgers Stadium

Man and His Dog Airlifted to Safety by Members of Air Rescue 5

Sheriff Villanueva Hosted His Eminence Shyalpa Tenzin Rinpoche

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Aug
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Ensuring a safe landing zone for air medical transport

NWCG releases new Guide for Wildland Fire Modules

Universities advance use of drones in disaster preparedness and response withfunding from FAA and FEMA


Webinar: NIST and FirstNet discuss new Public Safety Immersive Test Center

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Aug
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Fire service leaders discuss recruitment and retention strategies that work in Sept. 1 webinar

DHS tests next generation wildland urban interface alerting technology

NIST releases guidance on security for first responder mobile and wearable devices

FEMA hosts 2022 Hazard Mitigation Assistance Summer Engagement webinar series

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Aug

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Sheriff Villanueva Participated in Passing Out Backpacks to Start the School Year Right

LASD Department Personnel Met with Asian American Pacific Islander Community Leaders to Discuss Hate Crimes|

LASD Patrol Station Provided Necessities to the Communities they Serve

Sheriff Villanueva and the Bangladesh Culture Highlight "No Dream is Too Big"

LASD Sheriff Met with Korean Officials to Discuss Hate Crimes Within the Asian Communities

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Aug
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NFPA releases final report on its “Firefighting Foams: Fire Service Roadmap” project

DHS S&T launches podcast, “Technologically Speaking,” featuring research and development supporting first responders

Planning for Significant Cyber Incidents: An Introduction for Decisionmakers

The Safety Officer's Role in Roadway Incident Response

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Aug
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Behavioral health resources for first responders from SAMHSA

DHS S&T first responder technology showcase videos now availabl

USDA announces $1 billion in new Community Wildfire Defense Grants program, webinars in August

Webinar: Introduction to the Disaster Available Supplies in Hospitals (DASH) Tool

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News July

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Coming Together for a Good Cause

Preparing for the Unpredictable

7-Eleven Robbery and Murder Spree Suspects Arrested

Sheriff Villanueva Swears in Mayor of City of Walnut

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center July
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Updates for EMS on the monkeypox outbreak

Emergency responder input sought on disruptive vehicle technologies such as EVs and autonomous vehicles

Cyber Safety Review Board releases inaugural report on the December 2021 Log4j event

Crisis Management for School-Based Incidents: Partnering Rural Law Enforcement, First Responders and Local School Systems

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center July
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Forest Service releases 2021 Annual Report: A Nation in Wildfire Smoke

Critical shortage of dextrose is forcing EMS to adapt protocols

Public Safety Medal of Valor nominations due August 8

EMI offers virtual train-the-trainer opportunities for NIMS ICS Position-Specific courses

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center July
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International study finds that “occupational exposure as a firefighter causes cancer”

SAFECOM & NCSWIC release study on Nashville Christmas Day Bombing, focusing on emergency communications dependencies

Getting ready for the launch of 988, the new number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, webinar July 21

Virtual chemical response training from the Center for Domestic Preparedness

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center July
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USFA releases Pandemic Response Listening Sessions report

DHS S&T releases assessment report on portable radio repeaters for indoor and subterranean environments

NEMSIS data from nearly 49 million EMS activations in 2021 now available for research

CISA's ChemLock training helps mitigate chemical security risks

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center June
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Two NIOSH safety notifications for respirator equipment

Fireworks safety for the Fourth of July and the Independence Day holiday

FEMA's CBRN Office releases third edition of Planning Guidance for Response to a Nuclear Detonation

National Law Enforcement Knowledge Lab offers training and technical assistance for community-oriented, constitutional policing


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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center June
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Vehicle manufacturers improve response guidance for incidents involving electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries

FCC requests comments on wireless 911 call routing technologies by July 11

Extreme heat resilience planning resources, webinar June 29

IAFC launches online training, Whole Community Planning for Disaster


Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center June
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2022 Crash Responder Safety Week planning webinars

Office for Bombing Prevention releases mass bomb threat awareness products

CISA's Secure Tomorrow Series Toolkit builds risk awareness, improves planning for future risks to critical infrastructure

NIST, FirstNet launch Public Safety Immersive Test Center, focused on location services and user interface research

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center June
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Silicone wristbands track firefighters' exposure to harmful chemical

Revised Field Triage Guideline for EMS providers now available

CISA's SAFECOM releases guide to Interoperable Communications Technical Assistance Program offerings

NVFC releases online training for response to pipeline emergencies


Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center June
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USFA publishes EMS Safety Practices manual

AT&T launches first location-based routing for wireless 911 calls using device location rather than cell towers

EManagement training 15 gasoline misfuelling risks and fire hazards: Public education resources for fire departments

ERSI offers Wildland Fires and Traffic

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News May

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

JOINT OPERATION AIMED TO TAKE DOWN ILLEGAL MARIJUANA GROWS

ENSURING THE SAFETY OF METRO PASSENGERS

NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

AMERICAN LEGION STAR POST 309 HONORS MILITARY VETERANS

LASD-M.E.T. PROVIDING MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS ASSESSMENT

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center May
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New iTAK app enhances situational awreness for wildland firefighters

Guidance for EMS on response to the current monkeypox outbreak

National Hurricane Program offers virtual training on HURREVAC decision support tool, June 6-10

CISA-FBI webinars: emergency services awareness on criminal use of veterinary medicines, bioterrorism, food and agriculture threats

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center May
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month: New resources for first responders

NIST competition aims to improve unmanned aircraft in indoor search and rescue scenarios

Summary and interactive map of 911 legislation enacted by states in 2021 now available

CISA's 2022 Hurricane Season Preparedness webinar will be held June 1

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center May
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Civil unrest: preparedness and planning resources for fire and EMS agencies

New mobile app brings timely counterterrorism intelligence to first responders and homeland security professionals

EMS Week honors emergency medical services professionals for Rising to the Challenge

Webinar: FirstNet on communications in healthcare settings and special events

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center May
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DHS S&T evaluates new vision technology for bomb disposal robots

Coordinated ventilation and suppression tactics for structure fires: Final course in UL training series now available

Webinars: How to procure goods and services under a FEMA grant program

National Homeland Security Conference, July 11-14

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News May

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

THE RESILIENCEY PROJECT PRESENTED SHERIFF VILLANUEVA WITH THE "SHERIFF OF THE YEAR" AWARD

DEPUTIES ATTEND AUTISM IDENTIFICATION TRAINING

SHERIFF VILLANUEVA  ANNOUNCED MTA CONTRACT BID: ALL OR NOTHING

2022 INTERFAITH RAMADAN CELEBRATION 

PASTORS RECEIVE RECOGNITION FOR THEIR HUMANITARIAN EFFORT

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Apr
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FDNY provides guidance on lithium-ion battery fires in electric bikes and scooters

Arson Awareness Week focuses on arson in homeless communities, webinar May 2

FEMA's new Building Codes Strategy will foster resilient communities through modern building code adoption

Webinar: Update on National Address Database and Florida's NG911 PSAP training program

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Apr
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NIOSH announces new study on cancers linked to 9/11

FEMA updates 25 NIMS resource types for fire management and suppression

NIST releases first-of-its-kind holistic home and community wildfire protection methodology

Webinar: How is 5G impacting emergency communications?

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Apr

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Political Theater and Abuse of the Subpoena Process - Options for Removing the Sheriff...By Any Means Necessary.

Working To Keep People Safe When No One Else Will. Sheriff Villanueva Plans to Clean Up Hollywood

Sheriff Villanueva and Countless Others Join Crime Survivors for the Superhero 5K Run/Walk Health and Safety Expo.

Celebrating Decades of Service. Deputies Receive the "Legendary Lawmen and Women" Awards.

Training to Save Lives-Community College Bureau Coordinates Active Shooter Drill at Pierce College.

Honoring Those Who Serve - Sheriff Villanueva Presents Award to the Founder of The Mens Groomer Foundation.


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NAEMSP joint statement recommends reducing use of EMS lights and sirens

Virginia Beach public safety drone program serves as a model for interagency coordination

April is National Supply Chain Integrity Month

Webinar: Preparedness Lessons Learned from the 2021 Texas Power Failure

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Apr
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USFA releases Firefighter Fatalities in the United States in 2020

DIY tech for bomb technicians' X-ray generator batteries from DHS S&T

CISA kicks of its inaugural Emergency Communications Month

Webinar: Preventing DNS Infrastructure Tampering

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Mar
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New “In Our Boots” PSAs highlight safe driving messages to protect responders on roadways

CDC adds wastewater surveillance data to COVID-19 Data Tracker

FEMA releases new Hazus tools for estimating risk from natural disasters

Webinar: Lessons learned from the post-George Floyd and Capitol protests

Cyber Threats

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Emergency Management and Response -- Information Sharing and Analysis Center Mar
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First intranasal treatment for cyanide poisoning begins Phase 1 clinical study

America's evolving homeland security threats: ODNI's Annual Threat Assessment and CHDS webinar serie

COPS Office releases guidance on community engagement strategies for law enforcement drone programs

Webinar: How to implement effective employee vigilance strategies and de-escalation techniques

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Mar

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Sheriff Villanueva Salutes a 12-year-old for his Dedication in Thanking Heroes for their Service

Sheriff Discusses with KTLA 5 News Regarding Topics Currently Affecting Communities LASD Serves

BOS Still in Denial LASD is Being Defunded

LASD Focuses on Public Safety Concerns on Public Trasportation

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2022 Firefighter Safety Stand Down theme and educational resources now available

Updated Chemical Companion software provides decision support for hazardous chemical response

NIST releases Ransomware Profile and Quick Start Guide to help organizations manage ransomware risks

Talking TIM webinar: Outreach, tethered drones, and video analytics help ensure safe response to traffic incidents

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USFA Special Announcement: Call for Wildfire Commission members, applications due March 25

National Institute of Justice funds first open-source catalog of US school shootings

CISA releases Contingency Planning Guide for Emergency Communications Funding

Webinar: Understanding Indicators of Compromise in a cyber attack

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Mar

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L.A. County
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

413 Arrests Made and 73 Human Trafficking Victims Rescued by California Law Enforcement During Operation "Reclaim and Rebuild"

LASD Assists in a 5 Day Sweep Across 51 cities in the LA Area Netting Over 100 Illegal Firearms and 17 Assault Rifles

LASD Joined Orchards BBQ and Grill for a Teddy Bear Giveaway

Kicking off Women's History Month- LASD honors Asst. Sheriff of Countywide Operations, Robin Limon

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New study on the effectiveness of emergency warning lights and reflective markings yields surprising findings

2021 edition of US Violent Extremist Mobilization Indicators booklet released

FEMA updates shelter locator texting feature

NFPA hosts Outthink Wildfire, a free one-day virtual event on March 15

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National Fire Incident Reporting System training during NFIRS Week, March 14-18

New prehospital pain management guidelines published, webinar March 9

National 911 Program Annual Report shows states' progress toward NG911 implementation

FEMA offers exercise assistance through the National Exercise Program

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DHS and FEMA Individual and Community Preparedness Newsletter
This Digest is provided by FEMA to highlight community preparedness and resilience resources, an important part of FEMA's mission to help people before, during, and after disasters. We're building a culture of preparedness together..

Save the date! On February 17, 2022, at 8 p.m. ET, FEMA will host a webinar for potential Youth Preparedness Council (YPC) applicants to learn more about the process to apply for the council.

The 2022 YPC application period is underway. Teens with a passion for preparedness can apply to join FEMA's YPC. The council offers an opportunity for teens to share their ideas and feedback with FEMA, grow their leadership skills, and develop preparedness projects. Members also participate in an annual summit with FEMA leaders and preparedness professionals to network and learn more about the field of emergency management.

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Feb

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L.A. County
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

B.O.S. Vote to Terminate Approx 4K LASD Personnel When Murders Have Increased and a Hiring Freeze is in Place

Sheriff Alex Villanueva Pays Respect to Fallen NYPD Officer Jason Rivera

LASD Sharing Incredible Stories During Black History Month

Sheriff Villanueva and Norwalk Community, Recognized LASD Deputy Douma's Dedication to the Community He Serves

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CDP releases new microtraining video on bonding and grounding for hazardous materials work zone safety

National Wildfire Coordinating Group’s 2022 Incident Response Pocket Guide now available

National Fire Service Research Agenda report released

New Mexico Tech offers new counter-UAS tactical response training

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New nationwide database allows first responders to voluntarily report roadway response struck-by incidents

CDC report identifies two new synthetic opioid drugs contributing to rising overdose cases

Planning for special security events

Webinar: First Responder Stress and Metabolic Dysfunction

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DHS and FEMA - Preparedness Newsletter Jan


DHS and FEMA Individual and Community Preparedness Newsletter
This Digest is provided by FEMA to highlight community preparedness and resilience resources, an important part of FEMA's mission to help people before, during, and after disasters. We're building a culture of preparedness together..

Emergency Declaration FEMA-3578-EM-Shawnee Tribe approved
•  Approved January 26, 2022 for the Shawnee Tribe
•  For COVID-19 during the period of January 20, 2020 and continuing
•  Provides Public Assistance (Category B), including direct Federal assistance for the Shawnee Tribe. 
•  The FCO is George A. Robinson

Emergency Declaration FEMA-3579-EM-KTO Approved

•  Approved January 26, 2022 for the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma
•  For COVID-19 during the period of January 20, 2020 and continuing
•  Provides Public Assistance (Category B), including direct Federal assistance for the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma
•  The FCO is George A. Robinson

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Jan

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L.A. County
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Sheriff Villanueva Attends Fundraiser for Fallen LAPD Officer 

Sheriff Villanueva Announced Charges in the Murder of LAPD Officer

Sheriff Villanueva joined former City of Walnut Mayor Jake Lim at the ground breaking ceremony for the Grand Century Plaza in Rowland Heights

Connecting with the Community


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New York passes Family and Firefighter Protection Act, banning a broad range of flame retardant chemicals in consumer products

First responder testimonial videos now available on POINTER location-tracking technology

American Rescue Plan funding provides support for state and local public safety agencies

Virtual course - Crisis Management for School-Based Incidents: Partnering Rural Law Enforcement, First Responders and Local School Systems

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FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant application period now open

New brief outlines Law Enforcement-Mental Health Learning Site Program from CSG Justice Center

FEMA launches National Resource Hub, a suite of tools to assist with resource management preparedness

Ethanol Emergency Response training updated with new video series from Renewable Fuels Association

Cyber Threats

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LA County Sheriff's Department - In The News Jan

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L.A. County
Sheriff's Dept
In The News
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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) is a law enforcement agency which serves Los Angeles County, California -- an area totaling approximately 4,084 square miles with a population of almost 10 million people (2010 U.S. Census). It is the largest Sheriff's Department in the world, with approximately 18,000 employees.

Custody Division Blanket Project: Sheriff Villanueva Presented with Special Blanket

East Los Angeles Neighborhood Watch Presented Award to Sheriff Alex Villanueva

Sheriff Villanueva Knows the Importance of COVID-19 Testing within the Communities

LASD Special Enforcement Bureau Air Rescue 5 Rescue a Family of Five

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January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month: Resources for the emergency services

FEMA releases 2021 National Preparedness Report

New on-demand ransomware course for law enforcement from the National White Collar Crime Center

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National Wildfire Coordinating Group releases new training module on wildland fire mental health

CISA's Office for Bombing Prevention videos illustrate how to prevent attacks

Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant application period now open

Webinar: Collaborating and Bringing No Cost Resources to Indian Country

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