Spending my Sunday reading through paperwork, demobilization emails, and my performance evaluations from Hurricane Irma’s disaster response.
“Mr. Sur is “a model for the agency.'” – FEMA Division Supervisor Mark Landry (Federal Coordinating Officer cadre).
*blush*
Just glad to be a part of the FEMA disaster response to help my fellow Americans.
Held the first Monroe County Townhall Community Meeting tonight. PIOs in action! They said there would be about 30 people there. But…
…I think someone misjudged the attendance.
We had several partners that attended as well. Glad to have participation from Red Cross.
PIO Sur reporting live from the stage here in Marathon City Park…
@rusnivek
Reminder: All US & Ohio flags should be at half staff today (Thursday 04-06-17 till sundown) to honor Marine / Astronaut / Senator John Glenn.
Our great American hero will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery.
Please comply.
Congrats to my old friend Tim O’Toole – the new Disaster Program Officer for the Northeast Ohio Red Cross!
Tim just retired out of the Cleveland Fire Department as an Assistant Fire Chief…
CFD AC O’Toole. (Photo credit: Robert Burrow)
…and yes, Tim and I wore white helmets together.
http://neoredcross.org/2015/10/12/new-disaster-ops-chief-now-onboard/
We worked several large incidents and events for Fire/EMS as well as Emergency Management. Tim is an incredible resource for NE Ohio. I am so glad to see that he will continue to serve the area for the American Red Cross.
Ahhhhh, the last day of 2015 National Preparedness Month – THAT MEANS TODAY IS NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS DAY!!!!
Oh Yeah – You did it!
I know many of you have shared your tips and preparedness efforts with countless others. I am confident that your shared knowledge will pay off as we better prepare our fellow Americans for any disaster or emergency.
Thanks to all of our active partners in public safety. From the Locals to State to Federal partners who have made this month so successful – thank you!
Thank you to my agencies who have allowed me to share my preparedness tips with you.
I only wonder what will 2016 preparedness bring? Hmmm. Here’s a hint…
…and a little of this…
…and definitely more of this.
Who’s excited? <SQUIRREL!>
Don’t wait. Communicate. Make your emergency plan today.
Whew-I am so glad that many of you have decided to participate in this month’s activities. Keep in mind that you have 11 more months to address your public in finding ways to be better prepared in a disaster. Planning for the 2016 National Preparedness Month will begin shortly.
As always, start your peeps off right by sending them here.
To the best country in the world…Happy 4th of July everyone!
Our nation who has relentlessly fought to be the home of the brave…because every true American bleeds red, white, and blue.
“And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country. My fellow citizens of the world, ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man.” – President Kennedy, 1960
Let freedom ring.
Really enjoying the All-American themes lately. And this week has been no exception.
It was suggested that I get an aerial perspective when I depart. So clearing it with Ellsworth Approach, our pilots planned a quick figure 8 pass on our departure out of RAP.
I only wish I had my DSLR. Don’t worry Maverick, the pattern wasn’t full. Chillax!
Special thanks to the All-American flight crew today #Merica !
Now on to Florida!
