Destination Disaster

On this episode of Destination Disaster, we discuss the Libby, Montana vermiculite mining operation that has left nearly 700 dead following asbestos exposure and the subsequent health affects such as cancers, asbestosis, and mesothelioma. The Environmental Protection Agency has been working to clean and ensure the safety of Libby, Montana since 2000 and officially announced a Public Health Emergency in 2009. Millions have been spent to clean and remove contaminated soil from the city and ensure future generations don't suffer from their early counterparts.

Episode Sources:

https://www.asbestos.com/jobsites/libby/

https://www.libbymt.com/community/history.htm

https://www.environmentandsociety.org/tools/keywords/leukemia-cluster-woburn-us-linked-chemical-leakage-and-tainted-water

http://archive.pov.org/libbymontana/breaking-the-story/

https://cumulis.epa.gov/supercpad/SiteProfiles/index.cfm?fuseaction=second.cleanup&id=0801744

Intro/Outro Music:

Lost Ghosts - Judgement Day Outside My Door

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On this episode of Current Events we discuss the Tornadoes that struck North Texas yesterday, hospitals readiness for new COVID variants, and the 2022 hurricane season. Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @destination.disaster and on Twitter @destdisaster! 

Episode Sources: 

https://www.govtech.com/em/preparedness/u-s-still-not-prepared-for-future-covid-variants

https://www.govtech.com/em/safety/forecast-7th-straight-above-average-hurricane-season

https://www.govtech.com/em/safety/tornado-flips-trailer-in-north-texas-injuring-man

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Welcome back! This week we are discussing the South Fork Dam Failure and subsequent flooding of Johnstown, Pennsylvania. At the time of this disaster, it was the deadliest with over 2,000 lives lost. Damage in some areas was total with the only thing left being bedrock. This disaster spurred change and led to the creation of the American Red Cross, now one of the largest multi-national volunteer disaster response agencies in the world.

Episode Sources: 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnstown_Flood

https://www.google.com/search?q=johnstown+flod&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS925US925&oq=johnstown+flod&aqs=chrome..69i57j35i39l2j46i433i512j46i199i433i465i512j46i175i199i512j69i60l2.4949j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

https://www.nps.gov/jofl/index.htm

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Intro/Outro/Background: 

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This week we discuss the tornadic outbreak that swept through portions of the Southern United States, killing five people in the process. Finally, we discuss 911 dispatch centers expanding partnerships to include mental health services to those who may be experiencing crises. With this being the final Current Events for the season, stay tuned, share the podcast, and please follow me on the socials! New Episodes will begin releasing on April 3, 2022. Thanks for listening! 

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Intro/Outro Music: 

Pixabay - ZenMan - https://pixabay.com/users/zen_man-4257870/

Episode Sources: 

https://www.govtech.com/em/safety/mesa-seeks-to-expand-911-mental-health-dispatching

https://weather.com/slideshows/news/2022-03-22-tornado-damage-photos

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tornado_outbreak_of_March_21%E2%80%9323,_2022

https://www.mesaaz.gov/Home/Components/News/News/7621/

https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/health/marcus-alert-mental-health-emergencies/291-4ed53d48-dbea-4935-8d1e-078136f11beb

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On the season finale of Season 2, we discuss the Moore tornado that hit the city of Moore, Oklahoma on May 20, 2013. In the near decade following the impact, has the city prepared for the next inevitable tornado? 

Ukraine Donation Links: 

https://www.icrc.org/en/where-we-work/europe-central-asia/ukraine

https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/

https://internews.org/

https://kyivindependent.com/

Episode Sources: 

https://disasterphilanthropy.org/disaster/oklahoma-tornadoes/

https://journalrecord.com/2014/02/20/deathtrap-moore-tornado-debris-reveals-construction-flaws-code-violations-real-estate/

https://www.news9.com/story/5e347b4a527dcf49dad73b17/moore-schools-nearly-sheltered-following-2013-tornado

https://www.kgou.org/weather-and-climate/2018-05-25/five-years-after-tornado-moores-stronger-building-codes-havent-hurt-market

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enhanced_Fujita_scale#:~:text=The%20Enhanced%20Fujita%20scale%20(abbreviated,in%201971%20by%20Ted%20Fujita.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2013_Moore_tornado

Music Credit: 

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This week we discuss county Emergency Management agencies restructuring to combat future disasters and a series of tornadoes that swept through Iowa, leaving seven dead. Finally, in honor of National Women's Month, Destination Disaster wanted to dedicate the final portion of the episode to Avagene Moore. With her recent passing, we at Destination Disaster want to ensure her legacy is known and continues to live on. A trailblazer in her own right, Avagene helped advance the importance of Emergency Management and Homeland Security at both the state and Federal level. Her legacy lives on through the work she has accomplished. 

Source: 

https://apnews.com/article/tornadoes-storms-environment-and-nature-emergency-management-thunderstorms-9879cdb19220d070e88186e1fb2a1099

https://www.govtech.com/em/safety/oregon-county-looks-to-strengthen-emergency-management

https://www.safetolearn.com/avagene-moore.html

https://www.columbiadailyherald.com/story/news/local/2014/09/13/lawrenceburg-couple-lauded-for-life/25720545007/

Music Intro/Outro: 

Clip 02 Newsflash - ZenMan - https://pixabay.com/music/introoutro-clip-02-newsflash-446/

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This week we discuss what is arguably the worst industrial disaster in the world. With between 3,700 and 16,000 deaths reported and nearly 600,000 injured, it's evident that the Indian government did not do enough. 

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Sources: 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhopal_disaster

https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2014/12/bhopal-the-worlds-worst-industrial-disaster-30-years-later/100864/

Music Intro/Outro: 

Siren Intro by: NaturesEye - https://pixabay.com/music/introoutro-siren-intro-3705/

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This week we discuss the ongoing invasion occurring in Ukraine. If you are able to, please consider donating to the below charities supporting the humanitarian crisis that has resulted from this war. 

Donation Links: 

https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/rehabilitation-programs-for-ukraine-refugees/

https://www.icrc.org/en/donate/ukraine-0

https://novaukraine.org/donate/

https://www.gq.com/story/where-to-donate-in-ukraine

Episode Sources: 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_Russian_invasion_of_Ukraine#27_February

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-official-says-about-3500-russian-troops-killed-or-injured-2022-02-26/

https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/24/russia-ukraine-invasion-casualties-death-toll

https://www.reddit.com/r/ukraine/comments/t2maqc/updated_numbers_of_russias_casualties_and_other/ - Ukrainian Ministry of Defense

Intro/Outro Music: 

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What is Agroterrorism and is the United States prepared? In my honest opinion, no. This week we take a look at Agricultural Terrorism and the threat that it poses to the Agricultural Sector in the US. From Cattle Plague to Ransomware attacks, we take a look at all sides of this deadly form of Biological Terrorism. 

Intro/Outro Music Provided By: 

NaturesEye | Siren intro | https://pixabay.com/music/search/siren/

Sources: 

https://www.agriculture.com/farm-management/farm-land/top-5-farms-with-the-largest-acreage-in-the-us

https://www.everycrsreport.com/reports/RL32521.html

https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RB7565.html

https://investigatemidwest.org/2021/10/13/fbi-says-ransomware-attacks-on-food-and-agriculture-industry-are-increasing/

https://biosecurity.fas.org/education/dualuse-agriculture/1.-agroterrorism-and-foodsafety/index.html

https://www.liebertpub.com/

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On this week of Current Events, we discuss the fluid situation evolving in Ukraine and in honor of Black History Month, we take a look at Lieutenant General Julius W. Becton Jr. Over his 40-year career, General Becton fought in two wars, and leading the 7th Corps in Europe during the Cold War. During his lead at FEMA, Becton lead the agency through 150 Major Disaster Declarations. 

Sources: 

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-60158694

https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-pulls-out-some-diplomatic-staff-from-ukraine-as-tensions-with-west-intensify-452664

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julius_W._Becton_Jr.#Career

http://getreadyforflu.blogspot.com/2016/03/black-history-month-preparedness.html

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