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DEMHS is undergoing an update of the State Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan and need public comments! The responses and comments will be used to inform the update of the 2023 Connecticut Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. You can help identify hazard areas, share your experiences, and provide input on what you want Connecticut to prioritize by taking the survey here: https://lnkd.in/ge7WNa8X

Excited to share that I've recently completed the course "The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment" from the University of Maryland, College Park! Key Takeaways: 1- Human Impact: Delved deep into the physiological and psychological effects of fires on individuals. 2- Property Assessment: Learned about the extensive damage fires can inflict on structures, from weakening foundations to the hidden dangers of smoke damage. 3- Environmental Repercussions: Explored the larger-scale implications of fires on our environment. Beyond the visible scarring of land, fires can disrupt ecosystems, contribute to climate change, and reduce air quality, affecting communities far removed from the immediate blaze. This course has been eye-opening and has deepened my understanding of the comprehensive impact of fires. I believe that this knowledge is crucial, not just for professionals in the fire safety and environmental sectors, but for anyone looking to build a holistic understanding of our environment and community safety. I'm eager to apply this newfound knowledge in my professional endeavors and would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in fire safety, environmental studies, or community planning. Let's continue to learn and strive for a safer, more resilient future! #firesafety #environment #lifelonglearning #fireprotection

WATER WARS! It sounds terrifying, right? And maybe inevitable? The whole idea gets so much ink the Global Water Security Center decided to talk to some experts to start unpacking what's really going on. From the data to the stories to what people even mean when they say water wars, Melissa McCracken, Marcus King PhD, and Penny-Lane Beames provide some great insight. Check out our conversation!

Mark your calendars for our Nov. 28 webinar on how to protect your property from stormwater issues and sinkhole risks.

Hey construction professionals! Did you know that one of the common pain points in water mitigation is poor customer service? The recent Texas Water Development Board meeting highlighted the importance of excellent customer service in water utilities, an area often overlooked by businesses. Have you experienced frustrating customer service scenarios and uncertainties in water mitigation? Reach out to Expert Restoration, LLC for insights and solutions. #RestorationExperts #DamageMitigationPros #expertrestorationllc #propertyrehabilitation #watermitigationpros #watermitigation #firemitigation #moldremediation #IICRC #RIA #WashingtonWaterDamage

https://lnkd.in/gquXvPqn Mark Olalde Kathryn Sorensen Alex Hager Elvy Barton Juan Roberto Madrid, BS, MPH Jennifer Sokolove Ted Kowalski #coriver #coloradoriver Welcome to Three Drop Thursday, a snapshot of what we’ve been paying attention to this week. In this issue, all things CRB: the confusing, the bad, and some tough western water history. We’ve all seen the plethora of CRB stories the past few months, with headlines ranging from “Water Cuts from Arizona, other states to help Colorado River” to “Federal government’s short-term Colorado River stabilization plan paints a rosy picture” to “New federal plan aims to ensure Colorado River’s sustainability through 2026.” Where does the all-elusive ‘truth’ lie? Our take: The 2022-23 wet winter saved our posteriors, giving Reclamation breathing room to figure out the 2026 Interim Guidelines. Beyond that, look at the science – as Brad Udall notes, “every trend is moving in the wrong direction.”

Communities with limited resources can struggle to prioritize, plan, and implement solutions that reduce their risk to hazards. For such communities, the capacity to implement strong mitigation plans can be out of reach due to financial shortages, lack of people power, and a dearth of skills and technical expertise. This webinar from the Natural Hazard Center will discuss how researchers at the University of Oklahoma have engaged local planners, emergency managers, and other decision-makers from communities in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Texas to improve mitigation outcomes and build mitigation capacity.

Join us for a free webinar to learn more about fire and smoke remediation. Fires can do more than compromise the structural integrity of your building, they can create a host of problems. Learn how to understand fires. Register here: https://ow.ly/wWIh50Q4k1p