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In town for the #RNC ? Public viewing areas can be found here #RNCINFO
Public Viewing Areas (Republican National Convention Complex)
- Starting at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July 18 through 2:00 a.m. on Friday, July 22, the below locations are gathering spaces available to the public for expressive activities as well as for sightseeing:
- In the triangular green space at Ontario Street on the western side of the Republican National Convention Complex. This space is accessible from the west side of the LorainCarnegie (Hope Memorial) Bridge via the north side pedestrian path
On Erie Court between East 9th Street and East 14th Street - On Prospect Avenue (the segment that is closed to vehicle traffic) between Ontario Street and East 9th Street
- On Huron Road from East 7th Street to Prospect Avenue
*** As a reminder, items such as backpacks and coolers are not allowed to be brought into public viewing areas, pursuant to the City of Cleveland’s prohibited items list for the Event Zone.***
Presenting at the DHS FEMA 2016 National Training & Exercise Symposium
Heading out to teach at FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute (EMI) this week at the 2016 DHS/FEMA National Training and Exercise Symposium.
I am sure other Emergency Managers can attest, EMI is one of the best places to learn and build relationships with other professionals from across the country.
And yes, it is one of my most favorite places to teach.
Just like last year, I’m stoked to be invited to present again and I’m hoping to see a few friends too.
WhereIsRusnivek? Find_Doc? Hmmmmmm
So if you are headed to the 2016 DHS/FEMA National Training and Exercise Symposium this week, let me know.
Instructing the National Emergency Management Executive Academy at FEMA
Pretty excited to instruct again on Monday at FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute.
My class is the newer National Emergency Management Academies EM Professional Programs (EMPP) – Executive Academy.
I’m truly honored to be chosen to instruct the National Emergency Management Executive Academy that focuses on Strategic Leadership and Critical Thinking. My part? Crisis Communications, Public Information Officer, and Social Media Exercises.
Sunnies on and pin on point!
I hope to see you in class on Monday!
Totes excited.
National Telecommunicators Week 2016: April 10th – 16th
It’s National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2016 (April 10th-16th)!
If you ever sat in a 9-1-1 call center/dispatch center, you know how difficult the job is for every one of these professionals.
I encourage you to take a moment to thank the voice on the other end of the radio.
Gifs for preparedness #SafetyFacts #NatlPrep
Awwww yeah! Using gifs for preparedness?
Yaaaasssssssss! #winning
But then this happened:
Holey moley! It’s a good day when FEMA’s @ReadyGov RTs me and @PrepareAthon loves my gifs. #swoon
Now use your new social media powers for good.
Reporting live from the EOC…
A strong EF-1 tornado that hit Pepper Pike
Yes it is 2016 National Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Back in 2013, a strong EF-1 hit Pepper Pike (Cuyahoga County, Ohio) in 2013 at 3am.
Luckily, there were no deaths associated with this tornado. Trust me, the damage was unreal.
Yikes is right. But now is the time to review your preparedness kits and double check your family communications plan.
On Wednesday 03-22-16 at 0950 EST, Ohio will have a statewide test of the tornado sirens. This is only a test.
Test your tornado plans by:
- Taking shelter in a safe location on the lowest level of a sturdy building
- Keeping an emergency first aid kit in your shelter location.
- Having a copy of your family communications plans.
- Putting on boots (for post tornado debris).
These simple tips could help you survive a tornado strike.
More weather info can be found 24/7 by my trusted partners at NWS-CLE.
I hope that you can participate in our statewide tornado drill tomorrow. #SafetySur #NatlPrep #OHWx #severeprep
2016 South Carolina Business Disaster Recovery Symposium – final thoughts and thanks
Last week, I had the chance to present in front of the leaders of South Carolina in Myrtle Beach at the 2016 South Carolina Business Disaster Recovery Symposium.
It was a packed house! (Photo credit: A. Hardin)
It is outstanding to see everyone, especially private industry building partnerships with governmental agencies. I talked a ton about the use of social media and communications.
Just me, standing on chairs dancing away.
Of course all the news media was there too…
WMBF News (NBC Affiliate)
PIO interview skills in 3…2…1…
“We must work in tandem with our partners in public safety…” (Photo credit: A. Hardin)
And the reporter?
Trust me, the WPDE (ABC affiliate) News reporter Liz Cooper was hilarious. (Photo credit: A. Hardin)
At this Symposium, not only were they talking about preparedness…
Gahhhh, I love preparedness! My favorite month is……. (Photo credit: A. Hardin)
…we talked a ton about response and RECOVERY!
Because it isn’t as sexy, the recovery phase in Emergency Management does not have the same visibility when compared to the Preparedness phase or the Response phase. So this symposium is a perfect opportunity to showcase some messaging and how communications needs to be an integral part of any government or private business during recovery.
And when the Horry County Office of Emergency Management deems your presentation “on fleek” – *swoon*
Mahalos Brooke!
Many thanks to the team at the City of Myrtle Beach. Special Alohas to EM Rockstar Allison and Senior Planner Diane for the invite.
Preaching the good word about Disaster Recovery in South Carolina!
Looking forward to next year!
Happy 2016 #NationalWeatherPersonsDay
Happy 2016 National Weather Persons Day!
This year, my favorite Meteorologist is Brooke Bingaman from the NWS-Sacramento Office in California.
@brookeBingaman and @rusnivek
She is an outstanding Meteorologist, rock solid social media peep, amazing presenter, and an extraordinary preparedness expert. Trust me peeps: Brooke. Is. Legit.
Follow her adventures as she’s doing some special event things for a big event this weekend.
NWS in action!
BTW-My 2015 favorite Meteorologist Gary Garnet was just promoted as the Meteorologist in Charge at the National Weather Service Cleveland Office in Ohio. Well done Gary!
Gary Garnet, NWS-Cleveland (Ohio)
Who is your favorite meteorologist?
Share your favorite Meteorologist on social media and celebrate National Weather Persons Day by using the #NationalWeatherPersonsDay !
Top notch peeps from across the country in Texas
My social media class today…
Definitely one of the most diverse All-Hazard classes I had in a long while. Participants represented Emergency Management, Fusion Center, Public Works, Land & Natural Resources, Fire, Health Department, EMS, Private sector, HAZMAT, Police, Veteran’s Affairs, Intelligence, US Coast Guard PIAT, National Weather Service, CERT, and PIOs / PAOs.
Top notch peeps from across the country this week!
Special thanks to my old friend Houston Office of Emergency Management Melanie Manville for hosting this new #NDPTC class.
Many Mahalos.
Where is @rusnivek? 