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How to help others when disaster strikes
The images of disasters pull on people’s heartstrings causing those outside of the impacted area to want to do something to help. Unfortunately, sometimes this kindness overwhelms agencies and organ...
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Beware of Identity Thieves and Scam Artists after a Disaster
As government agencies and charitable groups continue to provide disaster assistance, con artists, identity thieves and other criminals may attempt to prey on vulnerable survivors. The most common po...
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Lowe's Special Thank You to First Responders (One-Time Discount October 2022)
First responders continue to show up daily to support communities across America – and this October, Lowe’s will be there for them. In honor of National First Responders Day (Oct. 28, 2022), Lowe’...
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DEA Warns of Brightly-Colored Fentanyl Used to Target Young Americans
The Drug Enforcement Administration is advising the public of an alarming emerging trend of colorful fentanyl available across the United States. In August 2022, DEA and our law enforcement partners...
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September 2022 National Preparedness Month resources
National Preparedness Month was created to encourage and promote family and community disaster planning during NPM and throughout the year. The 2022 NPM theme is A Lasting Legacy: "The life you’...
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GSPD swears in new 5-year old police officer before her 7th chemo round
Earlier this week the Granite Shoals (TX) Police Department swore in a new officer -- brave little 5-year old Isabella was pinned with badge #1605-1/2 (in honor of her relationship with #1605, Sg...
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Harnessing the Sun with Fabric to Power First Responders
DHS Release Date: July 21, 2022 Fabric woven to harness solar power recently completed weaving trials. The fabric will ultimately be used to design high-functioning gear that can keep responders’ te...
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Heat Stress
During activity, the body releases more than 70 percent of the energy used by muscles as heat. As a result, heat loss is crucial to prevent an excessive rise in body temperature during firefighting ...
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Homemade Cornbread
We don't have the option of buying anything in boxes or packages since B has Celiac Disease (and other dietary issues) so we make everything from scratch. Cornbread is a staple for Mr. Bill a...
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