Talking future training plans with Florida’s top emergency management leaders today.
(From left to right) FDEM Region-5 Coordinator Shawn Collins, FDEM Regional Coordination Manager Jim Roberts, FDEM Director Bryan Koon, FEMA/NDPTC Instructor John Bobel, FEPA Past President Anne Miller, and FEMA/NDPTC Instructor Kevin Sur.
FDEM=Florida Department of Emergency Management
FEPA=Florida Emergency Preparedness Association
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Teaching two classes on Social Media/Public Information Officer stuff today and tomorrow at the Florida Emergency Preparedness Association (FEPA) conference in beautiful Daytona Beach.
FEPA was created in 1957 to help professional Emergency Managers work to protect the people of Florida. I’m sure glad to see SO many different types of EM professionals from various backgrounds and different organizations.
Any of my FL peeps want to #Tweetup ?
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February doesn’t look all that nice. Bitter cold weather here in Region-5.
Well, except for that quick stint at the upcoming FEPA conference in Florida.
This month’s activities include work in FEMA Region-9, Region-3, and of course Region-5
Hoping the weather is warm in Florida.
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RIP Firefighter Tyler Doohan
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I thought it was cold in Cleveland….whoa, it’s way colder here in Juneau!
More teaching today and tomorrow.
Stay warm peeps.
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Last Alarm memorial service for two Toledo Firefighters who died in the line of duty.
Toledo Fire Department Engine-3, Firefighter Stephen Machcinski
Toledo Fire Department Engine-3, Firefighter James Dickman
Thursday January 30, 2014 starting at 1900
SeaGate Convention Center
401 Jefferson Ave in Toledo
Donations can be made at any PNC bank branch.
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How is your vehicle emergency preparedness kit?
Check it out BEFORE you leave home today!
Need some help or ideas in assembling your emergency preparedness kits? Don’t know what to put into your emergency preparedness kits? Check out these free checklists.
Stay safe peeps!
@rusnivek
Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow.
Consider stretching before you begin shoveling….and PLEASE wear long pants!!!!!
Do you know the differences between Winter Storm Watch vs. Winter Storm Warning vs. Blizzard Warning?
Winter Storm Watch: There is a possibility of a storm occurring.
Winter Storm Warning: A storm is already taking place or is expected.
Blizzard Warning: Sustained winds or frequent gusts to 35 miles per hour or greater and considerable amounts of falling or blowing snow (reduced visibility to less than a quarter mile) are expected to prevail for a period of three hours or longer.
Listen to your NOAA Weather Radio for the latest news and weather reports.
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Bad weather? Cold Weather? Want to know the weather?
Good time to check the latest #OHWX via your NOAA Weather Radio now
And if you happen to be in the Cleveland area = 162.550mHz SAME#039035
The National Weather Service (NWS) provides local weather broadcasts via NOAA Weather Radio from more than 700 transmitters nationwide. NOAA Weather Radios provide continuous broadcasts of the latest weather information from local NWS offices. Weather messages are repeated every 4 to 7 minutes, or more frequently in rapidly changing local weather, or if a nearby hazardous environmental condition exists. This service operates 24 hours a day.
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NEVER use your oven as a source of heat during the severe winter weather.
If you do not have heat, contact your local Red Cross chapter for a list of open warming stations/shelters.
Be smart and be safe!
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