By Joseph W. Trindal, An Article Out Loud Flashback from Domestic Preparedness, originally published on February 24, 2010.

The 2010 earthquake in Haiti exposed many weaknesses in the local infrastructure. Learn how security gaps and concerns presented even more problems for the relief effort.

Narrated by Elisa DeLeon.

By CHARLES GUDDEMI AND CATHERINE L. FEINMAN , An Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, November 01, 2023.

The Boston Marathon Bombing demonstrated the dedication, commitment, and strength of those who responded that day. The lessons learned from that event continue to strengthen community resilience as participants gather to focus on building interoperability within and between jurisdictions.

Narrated by Rickey Johnson.

By IAN PLEET, An Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, November 01, 2023.

This is Part 4 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on robotics and automation for enhancing efficiency, safety, and effectiveness in crisis response and mitigation.

Narrated by Niquey Garfield. 

By TANYA SCHERR & DAN SCHERR, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness, October 25, 2023.

The Healthcare and Public Health Sector is one of 16 sectors identified as critical infrastructure under the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency. According to the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, National Health Expenditures (NHE) accounted for $4.3 trillion, or 18.3% of the U.S. gross domestic product. The HPH Sector employed 14.7 million in 2022, accounting for 9.3% of employment in the United States. Domestic Preparedness invited subject matter experts to answer questions about this sector, including how the sector and its interdependencies can affect any community.

Narrated by Madison Leeves.

By IAN PLEET, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness, October 25, 2023.

This is Part 3 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on the roles of artificial intelligence and machine learning in responding to emergencies.

Narrated by Madison Leeves. 

By PAUL GALYEN AND NATHAN DIPILLO, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness, October 18, 2023.

The Information Technology Sector is one of 16 sectors identified as critical infrastructure under the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency. Domestic Preparedness invited subject matter experts to answer questions about this sector, including how the sector and its interdependencies can affect any community.

Narrated by Bonnie Weidler.

By IAN PLEET , An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness, October 18, 2023.

This is Part 2 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on technologies designed to perform tasks and reduce human risk.

Narrated by Bonnie Weidler. 

By MARY LASKY, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal Flashback, November 25, 2014.

Disasters can occur at anytime. This 2014 article describes some of the cascading effects that can follow a disaster when the electric power grid goes down and how communities can better prepare for them.

Narrated by Niquey Garfield. 

By O. SHAWN CUPP, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal Flashback, August 25, 2017.

This 2017 article addresses an “unimaginable” event that preparedness professionals must anticipate and manage and shares resources that can assist in the process.

Narrated by Niquey Garfield.

By IAN PLEET , An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness, October 11, 2023.

This is Part 1 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on an all-hazards emergency management approach and information and communication technologies.

Narrated by Madison Leeves.