As of today, the United States has officially left the World Health Organization. We’ll look back on this as a grave error. Health threats do not respect borders, and weakening global cooperation makes Americans less safe.

In America, surviving a disaster increasingly depends on what you can afford ow.ly/XokE50XZT8O California Women in Homeland Security The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies National Pediatric Disaster Coalition (NPDC) EMAO 🇺🇸 VEMA NEPTA CESA Iowa Emergency Management Association D F John Bobel - EOC Kelly McKinney Steven Kuhr

As crippling ice threatens a massive swath of southern states, emergency managers are forced to navigate the chaotic policies of this administration “They’re preparing for the worst”, and at the same time, “They’re preparing for no grants, no money” politico.com/news/2026/01/2…

Wednesday, 15 January wasn’t a catastrophe. It was a preview. All over the country, people sat in their cars, away from home, staring at an ominous SOS icon instead of the longed-for signal bars. In complex systems, failure isn’t the exception. It’s the destination. The next

“Yeah, so we have 30 to 40 staff in a room right now, where we've been for the last 14-plus days. Our role in the EOC isn’t law enforcement coordination — it’s supporting residents through the impacts of the crisis. We set clear objectives around reaching the community, providing

“It’s been devastating for our community” “For two days sitting in my house, all I heard was cracking and falling of giant limbs, trees breaking down, transformers blowing” “I’ve never seen anything like this” nytimes.com/2026/01/28/us/…

An interesting choice of words for an agency that is simultaneously hollowing out the very capabilities required to lead anything nationwide. You don’t get to take a victory lap while dismantling the engine. dhs.gov/news/2026/01/2…

The French Broad River in Asheville is completely frozen over. Incredible.

A clock is correct twice a day.

ily Canada's groundhog died a few days before February 2nd in 1999 and it was too late to replace it, so they just showed it in a coffin instead, lmao.

📢 Join a WHO SEARO regional webinar on #Nipah virus infection, sharing country experiences and regional response strategies. 📅 4 Feb 2026 | 🕒 11:30–13:00 IST 🔗 Join us LIVE on youtube.com/live/yH3kvg90c… 🔁 This replaces the previous post to share available links to join the

The weird rituals humans engage in

Three months have passed since Hurricane Melissa ripped through Jamaica and caused damage in neighboring countries. In response, Direct Relief has provided $11.5 million in aid to Caribbean nations. Learn more here: bit.ly/46hXUDy

In the NEW third episode of ASN's Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R) Podcast, pharmacist Ruth Smarinsky shares how Direct Relief and American Society of Nephrology bridge kidney care gaps during global crises. 🎙️Listen here: bit.ly/4rqjKwW

The SF Bay Area is welcoming a lot of visitors this weekend 🏈. As the San Ramon swarm reminds us, felt quakes are not uncommon in the area, and larger quakes are always possible. You probably won't feel strong shaking, but if you do, DROP, COVER & HOLD ON

The initial winter storm may have passed, but freezing temps remain. The Salvation Army is providing emergency shelters, winter supply kits, and utility assistance to help neighbors in need stay warm. Learn more and find resources near you: salarmyeds.org/index.php/2026… #winterstorm

Lightning is a major cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Seek shelter immediately if you hear thunder and stay indoors until 30 minutes after it ends. If no shelter is available, avoid trees, open spaces, and water.

Direct Relief and Treasure Coast Community Health today announced the completion of a solar microgrid at TCCH’s Fellsmere health center, helping protect essential care during storms and power outages. bit.ly/46skI3t

MASSIVE FIRE STORM with firenadoes and fire whirls advancing west of Englewood, Kansas. Firefighters trying to fight it! Winds 50-70 mph in gusts AccuWeather

Ranger Road Fire still ranging this hour with over 145,000 acres burned 0% contained. #okwx #kswx