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How prepared are counties to manage the current influenza season? Revisit this 2009 case study to learn how one county in California assessed its public health threats as cases of influenza and H1N1 rose.

Social media platforms may have changed, but the message in this 2014 article remain the same. Find ways to share life-saving information and engage the public through innovative and interesting means.

Deadly blizzards and violent tornado outbreaks recently occurred in areas that do not typically experience these events. Preparedness and response technologies can help manage the onslaught of unique weather emergencies and severe climate conditions.

This is Part 5 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on the legal and privacy concerns with emerging technologies.

COVID-19 tested each community’s resilience against that and other simultaneous threats. This 2017 article points out, though, that improving preparedness and response capabilities requires more than just grit.

The Boston Marathon Bombing demonstrated the dedication, commitment, and strength of those who responded that day. The lessons learned from that event continue to strengthen community resilience as participants gather to focus on building interoperability within and between jurisdictions.