Dad Math tonight. Then this addition problem almost derailed the entire sesh.
If they only knew how rad stuff was.
Kids…
But a good lesson for PIOs as we are constantly trying to keep up with the latest lingo on social media.
I’m definitely not an expert by any stretch, but happy that my aura is well respected by the kids.
Let me cook yo!
Another interview as we talk about preparedness. This week is severe weather awareness week in Illinois.
PIO here….working with the Springfield news to feature IEMA-OHS Deputy Director Clayton Kuetemeyer.
Making sure everyone is prepared is key to safety.
Illinois has had some severe weather lately so I am glad that our media partners are in it to win it too.
Just glad to hang with the crew from WICS today in Springfield.
Reporting live from the SEOC…
2025 Big City Emergency Managers in Chicago this week!
Along with all these pros from all over, I got a chance to meet the FEMA acting Administrator Tony Robinson
Nice guy!
Tony normally plays the role of the FEMA Region 6 Regional Administrator that covers Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and 68 federally recognized tribal nations.
Welcome to Chicago!
Reporting live from the Chicago OEMC’s EOC….
More interviews during our Damage Assistance process. Today, we’re in Rockford (Winnebago County).
It’s just three letters. That’s it.
C’mon.
I am honored to lead this Joint Information Center (JIC) with the US Secret Service.
I am incredibly thankful for everyone who participated with us from local, county, state, and Federal partners. Welcome to Illinois and the City of Chicago!
Lots of dangers with these types of National Special Security Events (NSSEs), but through a well coordinated system with highly trained individuals,
Trust me, it took many months of introductions, planning, networking, scheduling, coordinating, and of course collaborating with our most trusted partners from across the country.
I’ve said it before, but it takes a certain skillset to be the agency’s PIO. No day is ever alike.
And no incident or event will ever be the same. Nothing is ever the same.
Proud of the work that was done this week to keep everyone safe.
Reporting live from the 2024 DNC’s Joint Information Center…
It’s hot! But we’re tracking it.
Your favorite PIO is popping the national hit.
Live spot with AccuWeather on the HeatWave here in the Midwest.
IEMA-OHS Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau on the update on weather safety.
Doing live interviews is tougher than it seems…esp having to do with the heat in the Midwest.
Here’ are a few tips that you can use.
Wear loose, lightweight, and light-colored clothing
Stay in the shade as much as possible.
Keep shades/blinds drawn.
Avoid using the oven.
Take frequent showers to stay cool.
Use cool/wet towels to cool off
Visit public cooling centers.
Use your local public pool.
Visit an indoor mall.
Take in a new movie at the movie theater.
Stay cool my friends!
Some days, I get to see cool things….
Because of the work we will be doing with the US Secret Service, got to be up close and personal with the Beast.
This is the US Presidential limo that takes POTUS around.
As you can probably tell, it’s a bit more fortified than other limos….and protected from stuff.
Additionally, they brought a few support vehicles too. All the prep for the upcoming National Special Security Event (NSSE) with the 2024 Democratic National Convention here in Chicago.
Proud to work close with the US Secret Service in these upcoming events.
Another interview with Fox32Chicago.
Glad to have such positive relationships with our local media in Chicago.
Reporting live from the field….
Looks like I got an upgrade. Bee doo bee doo bee doo.
Say hello to the new G-ride.
Glad to be available to help 24/7.
Zoom zoom.
Congrats to Kelli on her retirement from Ohio EMA! Look at all these all-star faces in the world of PIOing.
This is a star studded cast with all these PIO faces.
My first PIO class was with Tamara McBride….and my video was done on a VHS tape.
#old
Reporting in with a ton of Region-5 buddies…
Where is @rusnivek? 