Safety message: Don’t be a dolt – clean your ENTIRE windshield.

This isn’t rocket science – c’mon man!
Safety message: Don’t be a dolt – clean your ENTIRE windshield.

This isn’t rocket science – c’mon man!
Whoa. My safety and preparedness efforts are really showing huh?

Don’t laugh at my TP cart now.
More importantly: Are you prepared?
Day-2 of ICS-400 and popping her head in for a quick visit from Mayor Folendorf, the first deaf female Mayor in the US!

I get a chance to talk about the MAC…and no, it isn’t a Big Mac.

Outstanding to see all levels of government represented here in class. Keen eye to not only to response, but more engaged response planning for recovery. GREAT!

Additionally, our class wanted a few real-world scenarios and we were happy to oblige.

Trust me, there are instructors out there who can’t spell NIMS/ICS so find yourself an instructor that has truly been there/done that.
Looking forward to seeing everyone in class today at the next big one.
Day-1 of ICS-400. Who’s excited?!?!?!?

We get a chance to inspire minds and help shape those who were affected by the most recent Presidential Disaster Declaration.

Many MANY partners here today representing almost every Emergency Support Function (ESF) from across the state.
Glad to have so much participation in today’s class.
Much less traffic at 0330.

Maybe I’ll get my own train car to myself today!

But trust me when I say, good instructors don’t just show up at the start of class and tell war stories. Dedicated instructors are always prepping for class, enhancing the materials to better the participants time and value of the course.
Great afternoon talking to Holly and the American Red Cross Communications Team in Chicago! 
More training for our partners!

Looking forward to the fun classes upcoming with the entire Red Cross branch that serves Illinois for emergencies and disasters
FoodForThought: A foul one could turn your StrikeTeam bad.

On a calm Saturday morning here’s my thoughts:
Make sure your squad is dedicated 24/7 to the exact same mission w/ the exact same goals and objective.
The important point to remember is that we are focused on continued service to all of our parter public safety agencies and all of our communities 24/7.

Reporting live from the sunny sidewalk…
Starting out the new year…and already playing with toys.

EOC activation drill focusing in on flow and resources starting in 3…2…1…