A formalized strategy outlining procedures and resources for mitigating risks, responding to crises, and recovering from significant disruptive events affecting infrastructure, operations, or human lives is essential for any organization or community.... Read more »
The notion that the Space Shuttle Challenger‘s tragic destruction in 1986 resulted from factors other than the officially cited O-ring failure represents a significant example of suspicions surrounding historical events. These alternative... Read more »
The city of Seattle, nestled between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountain range, faces a unique confluence of geological and meteorological conditions that contribute to a variety of potential hazards. These range... Read more »
Protecting life and property from the frequent and severe natural hazards impacting the state is a critical function of government and individual citizens. This involves a comprehensive strategy encompassing planning, mitigation, response,... Read more »
Emergency support provided to former military personnel following natural disasters or catastrophic events encompasses a range of services. These services can include temporary housing, financial aid, medical care, and mental health support,... Read more »
The Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated 73 seconds into its flight on January 28, 1986. This catastrophic event resulted in the loss of all seven crew members, including a civilian schoolteacher, Christa McAuliffe,... Read more »
Recovery Point Objective (RPO) represents the maximum acceptable data loss an organization can tolerate following a disruptive event. It’s measured in units of time, such as minutes, hours, or days. For instance,... Read more »
The state of Colorado, with its diverse topography ranging from high-altitude mountains to arid plains, experiences a variety of natural hazards. These events include wildfires fueled by dry conditions and high winds,... Read more »
The catastrophic events of July 27, 2002, at the Sknyliv airfield near Lviv, Ukraine, resulted in a significant loss of life when a Sukhoi Su-27 fighter jet crashed during an aerobatic display.... Read more »
The tragic event involving the sinking of a boat carrying refugees from Myanmar in the Bay of Bengal in 2017 resulted in a significant loss of life and highlighted the precarious situation... Read more »