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MADRID, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ ? The European Union (EU) and the South Korean government have awarded ?8.3 million to the international ResponDrone consortium, which is composed of 20 partners from 12 countries, to develop and apply a situational...

The National Earthquake Conference (NEC) planning committee is seeking presenter abstracts for the NEC2020 conference March 4-6 in San Diego, CA. The NEC critically examines the latest research and information from experts in building science and...

Flooding is Canada's costliest and most frequent natural disaster. Today, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Minister of International Development, on behalf of the  Minister of Public Safety and Emergency...

As the 2019 hurricane season approaches, Samaritan's Purse continues to help families recover from last year's storms. The international Christian relief organization is providing long-term aid to families affected by Hurricanes Florence and Michael...

Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, issued a new Interim Order identifying zones in which navigation is prohibited due to flooding. The changes are necessary to protect the safety of people and vessels, and to help first...

Citizens Medical Center (Citizens) entered into an agreement with Enchanted Rock, LLC (Enchanted Rock) to make sure power outages no longer impact the safety, medical care, and comfort of its patients. Enchanted Rock's natural gas microgrids will...

Flooding is Canada's costliest and most frequent natural disaster. Communities are looking for solutions to mitigate the costs and damages caused by flooding to businesses and residences. Each year, communities across the province recover from the...

Canada's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, François-Philippe Champagne, speaks to the Union des municipalités du Québec about the Government of Canada's work to support Quebec municipalities during the flooding and recovery efforts. He will...

Canada's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, François-Philippe Champagne, speaks to the Union des municipalités du Québec about the Government of Canada's work to support Quebec municipalities during the flooding and recovery efforts. He will...

Recent snow and flooding in Nebraska have devasted the Heartland as a result of historic flooding along the Missouri, Elkhorn, Niobrara and Platte Rivers. Communities are destroyed, families and pets forced to evacuate their homes, and century-old...

Following widespread power outages caused by hurricanes in the past several years, Generac Power Systems , a leader in backup power solutions, is urging home and business owners to begin preparations now for the upcoming 2019 hurricane season with a...

With the start of the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season just around the corner, C Spire is reminding consumers that they can receive free, location-based notifications on capable mobile phones under a national public safety warning system designed to...

A news report by China.org.cn on China's emergency response:   China is a country profoundly impacted by natural disasters. On May 12, 2008, a devastating earthquake hit Wenchuan county in southwestern China's Sichuan...

Canopy Growth Corporation ("Canopy Growth" or the "Company") is pleased to announce today that has signed an offtake agreement with PharmHouse Inc. ("PharmHouse"), a 49 per cent-owned joint venture of Canopy Rivers Inc. . Under the terms of the...

InsureMyTrip, a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation WRN Ambassadortm, launched a new hurricane preparedness campaign this week in an effort to help travelers best prepare for the season. As a dedicated NOAA partner, InsureMyTrip is committed to improving...

The University of Florida Veterinary Emergency Treatment Service (UF VETS) today unveiled its newest disaster response vehicle?a 44-foot mobile command and infrastructure support truck and trailer, funded by grants totaling $150,000 from the Banfield...

There's good news for employers who have not yet applied for the Employee Retention Benefit. The deadline to apply for the program has been extended to June 30th, 2019 for first time filers and July 14th, 2019 for anyone wishing to amend a previous...

Direct Relief today announced it is providing $1.4 million in grants to 11 free health clinics in Southeast Texas, to help them recover from lingering damage from Hurricane Harvey, make them more resilient to future severe storms, and increase their...

The director of the Service de sécurité incendie de Montréal (SIM) and civil protection coordinator, Bruno Lachance, has reviewed the water level situation in the Rivière des Prairies and Lac des Deux-Montagnes. Although the weather is currently...

St. John's Cinnamon Bay campground will be rebuilt in an effort to boost the local economy and restore jobs, according to the new owners of Cinnamon Bay Resorts.  Backed by philanthropist and Bloomberg LP co-founder Thomas F. Secunda, CinnOpCo...

The Portland Cement Association (PCA), representing America's cement manufacturers, released a new report focused on resiliency titled The Real Value of Resilient Construction. The report demonstrates through historical data, evidence from external...

Science is the foundation of Environment and Climate Change Canada's work. Science supports our regulatory development, environmental enforcement, our weather and climate services, and it is the basis of our national leadership to take action on...

Caravelle Hotel & Casino, the 43-room boutique waterfront hotel in the historic town of Christiansted, St. Croix, has announced that the hotel will close for six months for remodeling and renovations. The hotel will close on May 6 and reopen in early...

Thousands of children across the United States paid $1 each to wear their hats to school and raise money to help children in Fremont, Nebraska, who lost belongings in a record-setting flood that buried bridges and left hundreds homeless....

Nearly three out of four Americans surveyed think the weather is growing increasingly severe, yet two in five are ill prepared for a severe storm, according to an exclusive study fielded by The Weather Company, an IBM Business , in partnership with...

Across Canada, severe weather is on the rise. Currently in Eastern Canada, many are suffering the devastating effects of spring flooding. As the incidents of extreme weather increase, IBC is advocating to all levels of government to invest in...

DSI Holdings Corporation, the largest owner and operator of ServiceMaster franchises in the United States, has announced the hiring of Michael Ganda as their new Director of Strategic Marketing. Mr. Ganda's primary responsibility will be overseeing...

It's a good thing that "we the people" don't just sit back and wait for "someone" to do something. Just ask James and Marta Batmasian. While hard to believe, with less than six weeks to go before the start of the 2019 hurricane season, our nation's...

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper declared a state of emergency on September 7, 2018, in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Florence. The predicted hurricane impact is what drove NCDOT to activate its drone response teams. DroneScape, PLLC under a...

Hydro One continues to work with regional authorities in areas affected by flooding to help ensure the safety of customers, emergency responders and its employees. As water levels slowly begin to drop and customers return to their homes, Hydro One...

In response to the spring floods in Quebec, Ontario and New Brunswick, Intact Financial Corporation is announcing support for affected communities with a $200,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross on behalf of Intact Insurance and belairdirect....

The Canadian Red Cross has announced financial assistance for households in affected Quebec, New Brunswick and Ontario communities directly impacted by spring flooding. Affected households may receive $600 to help meet their immediate needs. Since...

DQE today announced the acquisition of the Slyde Evacuation Sled, an innovative expansion of its emergency evacuation product line. In the event of fires, natural disasters, attacks or other emergencies, moving injured or immobilized individuals can...

Flooding is Canada's costliest and most frequent natural disaster, and it can have devastating impacts on people's homes, businesses and daily lives. Supporting communities as they pull together to recover from natural disasters is a priority for the...

Beaconsfield Council is launching a fundraising campaign to support the communities that are affected by the floodings. Beaconsfield residents are invited to contribute to this special fundraiser by making a donation by...

iA Financial Group has announced a donation of $50,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to support the organization in its important work helping victims of the floods. The employees of iA Financial Group and its subsidiaries, as well as its distribution...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, as he makes a funding announcement in support of flood recovery efforts across Canada. He will be joined by Steven MacKinnon,...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, as he makes a funding announcement in support of flood recovery efforts across Canada. He will be joined by Steven MacKinnon,...

The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, will visit several communities in Eastern Ontario impacted by ongoing flooding, to survey flood recovery efforts, and meet with local first responders and volunteers....

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that the Chaudiere Crossing remains closed until further notice. At this time, the water is very turbulent and has been steadily rising. However, it remains below the bridge,...

Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced the 2019 National Small Business Week Phoenix Award winners for their resilience in the aftermath of a disaster. Since 1998, the SBA has presented Phoenix Awards to...

U-Haul Company of Missouri is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents impacted by the severe storms that moved through southwest Missouri on Tuesday. Multiple rounds of tornadoes,...

U-Haul® Company of Eastern Iowa is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents in Davenport where flooding has been significant. A flood barrier along the Mississippi River failed on...

Envirosight, a market leader in underground pipe inspection equipment, released its guide to Emergency Response and Disaster Planning for Wastewater Operators. This resource educates wastewater personnel on the value of an emergency response plan and...

Starting May 4, 125 communities across Canada will join a national effort to reduce wildfire risk to local homes and environments in anticipation of this year's wildfire season. The successful community applicants received $500 to support Wildfire...

Flooding is Canada's costliest and most frequent natural disaster. Today, Jennifer O'Connell, Member of Parliament for Pickering?Uxbridge, on behalf of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, announced $45,000 in federal funding to...

Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, issued a new Interim Order expanding areas in which navigation is prohibited in specific areas of flooding in order to protect the safety of people and vessels, and to help first responders...

Duke Energy Florida (DEF) filed a plan with the Florida Public Service Commission today to avoid a rate increase for power restoration costs associated with the company's response to Hurricane Michael. If the Florida...

Last week, Desjardins announced a $50,000 donation to the Red Cross. Today, the organization brought the total up to $75,000 in support of flood victims in Québec, Ontario and New Brunswick. Added to that will be another $80,000 in donations by...

IWG, the global operator of leading workspace providers Regus and Spaces, is opening its business lounges in all of its Montreal and Ottawa locations to assist anyone impacted by the regional flooding. Many local residents are being encouraged to...