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This podcast discusses emergency management concepts, disaster response, emergency preparedness, and historic disasters in the State of Alaska.
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Get Ready Alaska - Ketchikan Landslides with Kacie Paxton and Rick Hines
Landslides are a regular occurrence in Alaska, especially in the Southeast region. While many happen in remote areas with minimal impact, some have a significant effect on communities and individuals. In recent years, landslides have become the deadliest type of natural disaster event experienced in the state.
Ketchikan, Alaska, recently faced two landslides that directly impacted their community. On this episode of "Get Ready Alaska," Kacie Paxton and Rick Hines join us to discuss how these landslides affected their community and how residents responded.
Get Ready Alaska: UAA Emergency Management with John Huffman
As a vital hub within Southcentral Alaska, the University of Alaska Anchorage plays a critical role in regional emergency response. This episode of "Get Ready Alaska" features UAA Director of Emergency Management, John Huffman, who will delve into the university's proactive approach to disaster preparedness. We'll explore how UAA safeguards its diverse campus community, ensures effective communication during crises, and contributes to the broader community's resilience in the face of emergencies.
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Get Ready Alaska – Emergency Management in Guam with Stephen Cahill
The U.S. territory of Guam is often seen as a tropical paradise, with its warm climate, stunning landscapes, and welcoming community. However, the island is also vulnerable to powerful typhoons and potentially devastating tsunamis.
In this episode of Get Ready Alaska, we’re joined by Stephen Cahill, Tsunami Program Manager at the Guam Homeland Security/Office of Civil Defense. Stephen discusses the unique challenges of emergency management on the island, Guam’s most significant natural hazards, and the vital steps residents take to prepare for and respond to disasters.
Tune in to Get Ready Alaska on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon/Audible, or Podbean to learn more about how APIP is building resilience and preparing Alaska for future disaster events.
For comprehensive emergency preparedness information, visit www.ready.alaska.gov.
Get Ready Alaska – Featuring Ben Hartlieb on Building Infrastructure Resilience
In this episode of Get Ready Alaska, we welcome Ben Hartlieb, Co-Chair of the Alaska Partnership for Infrastructure Protection (APIP), to discuss how Alaska is proactively strengthening its infrastructure and businesses against future disasters.
APIP is a collaborative public-private initiative that brings together government emergency management agencies and private sector stakeholders. APIP recognize that private industries play a crucial role in disaster recovery by restoring essential goods, services, and employment. APIP aims to identify shared vulnerabilities and develop solutions before disasters strike. This foresight ensures a more rapid restoration of services when emergencies occur.
APIP focuses on:
Resource identification and sharing
Information management
Infrastructure sector analysis to address vulnerabilities and interdependencies
Enhancing awareness of physical and cyber threats
Strengthening individual business response capabilities
Facilitating joint exercises and training
Tune in to Get Ready Alaska on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon/Audible, or Podbean to learn more about how APIP is building resilience and preparing Alaska for future disaster events.
For comprehensive emergency preparedness information, visit www.ready.alaska.gov.
Get Ready Alaska – Alaska Qualification System with DHS&EM’s Jonathan Nicoles
The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) Training Section is launching a statewide Emergency Management Qualification System. This system is designed to help emergency managers identify and document the skills and experience needed to fulfill roles within the Incident Command System (ICS).
Jonathan Nicoles from DHS&EM joins Get Ready Alaska to explain the purpose behind the new program, how individuals can get involved, and what the process looks like once a task book is completed.
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Get Ready Alaska – Riverwatch with Jen Wallace (DHS&EM) and Kyle Van Peursem (APRFC)
Each spring, the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) partners with the Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center (APRFC) for the Riverwatch Program. This collaborative effort monitors Alaska’s rivers—particularly the Yukon, Kuskokwim, and other waterways prone to ice jams—during the spring breakup season.
Riverwatch teams take to the skies to observe the breakup front in real-time, providing critical updates to riverine communities at risk of flooding.
In this episode of Get Ready Alaska, Kyle Van Peursem from the APRFC and Jen Wallace from DHS&EM join us to share insights about the Riverwatch Program, the risks posed by ice jam flooding, and what this year’s breakup forecast means for Alaskans.
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Get Ready Alaska – Alaska Volcano Observatory with Kristi Wallace and David Schneider
Alaska is home to numerous active volcanoes, making volcanic monitoring and research essential for public safety. The Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) plays a crucial role in tracking volcanic activity, studying both past and present eruptions, and issuing alerts when volcanic events pose risks to communities and transportation systems. In this episode of Get Ready Alaska, AVO experts Kristi Wallace and David Schneider discuss the methods used to monitor and study volcanoes, the potential impacts of eruptions, and how the public can stay informed about volcanic activity. Additionally, they provide insight into the recent activity at Mount Spurr and explore the possible consequences of an eruption on Southcentral Alaska.
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Get Ready Alaska - Part 2: Emergency Management Assistance Compact with Andrew Jen Wallace and Dave Reilly
When disaster strikes, affected states can call on neighboring states for help through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). This mutual aid agreement enables all 50 U.S. states and territories to request and provide disaster-related support.
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, several DHS&EM staff members were deployed to North Carolina to assist. Part two of this two-part series explores the critical work done by DHS&EM’s Jen Wallace, Dave Reilly and other DHS&EM staff, who helped run a massive distribution center in a hard-hit North Carolina county.
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Get Ready Alaska - Part 1: Emergency Management Assistance Compact with Andrew Sather & Jonathan Nichols
When disaster strikes, affected states can call on neighboring states for help through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). This mutual aid agreement enables all 50 U.S. states and territories to request and provide disaster-related support.
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, several DHS&EM staff members were deployed to North Carolina to assist. Part one of this two-part series explores the critical work done by DHS&EM’s Andrew Sather and Jonathan Nichols, who supported North Carolina’s Emergency Management Agency in organizing and coordinating the state's EMAC process.
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Get Ready Alaska - Izzy Brown and the Youth Preparedness Council
The FEMA Youth Preparedness Council (YPC) empowers young people to take an active role in emergency preparedness. Izzy Brown, a member of the YPC from Denali, Alaska, joins Get Ready Alaska to share her experiences with the council. In this conversation, she discusses the importance of giving back to her community, the friendships she's made, and her Crisis Zone podcast.
To learn more about the FEMA Youth Preparedness Council, visit Youth Preparedness Council | FEMA.gov.
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Get Ready Alaska - Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility with Sandy Baker
After a disaster, water is one of the most essential resources in demand. Sandy Baker from the Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility joins Get Ready Alaska to discuss AWWU's infrastructure, the disruptions caused by the 2018 Cook Inlet Earthquake, boil water notices, and practical steps people can take to prepare for potential water emergencies.
For more information about AWWU go to www.awwu.biz or call 907-564-2762.
After a disaster, water is one of the most essential resources in demand. Sandy Baker from the Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility joins Get Ready Alaska to discuss AWWU's infrastructure, the disruptions caused by the 2018 Cook Inlet Earthquake, boil water notices, and practical steps people can take to prepare for potential water emergencies.
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Get Ready Alaska - Mat-Su Borough Animal Care Facility
The Mat-Su Borough Animal Care team joins Get Ready Alaska to discuss pet care during disasters and emergencies. We'll explore recent disaster events, the care of exotic pets, managing pet-related donations, and more.
Learn more about Mat-Su Animal Care at matsugov.us/department/animal-care.
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Get Ready Alaska: Earning a Degree in Emergency Management with Dean Cam Carlson from the UAF School of Business and Security Management
Emergency management is a dynamic field that attracts professionals from diverse backgrounds including law enforcement, firefighting, EMS, and charitable organizations. Those with specialized degrees in emergency management are increasingly leading innovations and advancements within the profession.
Dean Cam Carlson of the UAF School of Business and Security Management joins Get Ready Alaska to explore the UAF Emergency Management program. Discover the unique opportunities available to UAF Emergency Management students and find out how you can learn more about this exciting field.
For more information, visit the UAF School of Business and Security Management at UAF CBSM.
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The Alaska Emergency Management Association (AKEMA) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to enhancing the communication, credentials, and advocacy of Alaska’s emergency management community. In this episode of Get Ready Alaska, Casey Cook and Bethany Buckingham Follett discuss the benefits of AKEMA membership, who is eligible to join, and the process of becoming a member.
For more information about AKEMA, visit their Facebook page.
To join, contact Casey Cook via email at Casey.Cook@Matsu.gov.us.
Get Ready Alaska – 1964 Good Friday Earthquake with Sue McClure
The 1964 Good Friday Earthquake ravaged the City of Seward, bringing with it devastating ground shaking, tsunamis, and fire. In this episode of Get Ready Alaska, Seward Mayor Sue McClure recounts her personal experience of living in Seward before, during, and after the quake. She describes the harrowing moments when Seward's massive fuel tanks caught fire, creating an additional hazard for her and her family to navigate amidst the chaos. Join us as Mayor McClure shares her vivid memories and insights on this catastrophic event that forever changed Seward.
Get Ready Alaska - Dave Snider with the National Tsunami Warning Center
Join us on Get Ready Alaska as we delve into the critical topic of tsunami alert and warning systems with Dave Snider, Tsunami Warning Coordinator at the National Tsunami Warning Center. Understanding how tsunamis are generated, detected, and the mechanisms behind distributing alerts and warnings is paramount for saving lives, especially in a region like Alaska, which experiences more earthquakes than the rest of the United States combined.
Stay informed about tsunamis and recent earthquake-generated advisories, warnings, watches, or threat messages by visiting www.tsunami.gov .
For a comprehensive range of threat and hazard messages delivered directly to your phone, download the FEMA app at https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/mobile-products.
Prepare yourself and your community for emergencies by accessing emergency preparedness information at www.ready.alaska.gov .
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Get Ready Alaska - Preparing for Wildfire Season with DFFP Lily Coyle and Bryan Crisp
Tune in to Get Ready Alaska as we gear up for the wildfire season with Division of Forestry and Fire Protection’s experts Lily Coyle and Bryan Crisp. We delve into the essential aspects of Alaska's burn permit process, strategies for forest fire prevention, and practical steps homeowners can implement to safeguard their properties.
Stay informed and prepared by visiting www.Akfireinfo.com and www.forestry.alaska.gov.
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Get Ready Alaska – FEMA Youth Preparedness Council with Lane Christenson
The FEMA Youth Preparedness Council (YPC) program brings together youth leaders from all corners of the nation to learn about emergency preparedness and to help their communities. Lane Christenson joins Get Ready Alaska to talk about his time at the FEMA Youth Preparedness Camp, role on the FEMA Region 10 YPC, and the friendships he developed. As a young adult Lane still benefits from the lessons learned during his time in the YPC.
For more information about the FEMA Youth Preparedness Council click here.
Get Ready Alaska - 1964 Earthquake and Tsunami Survivor Steve Eleshanski Jr.
During the 1964 Good Friday Earthquake a tsunami devastated the small fishing community of Chenega located on the western edge of Prince William Sound. Steve Eleshanski Jr. joins the Get Ready Alaska podcast to recount his experience of the event and the difficult times that followed.
The book “The day that cries forever,” provides the story of other Chenega earthquake survivors.
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Get Ready Alaska - Elena Suleimani with the Alaska Earthquake Center
Earthquakes are the primary cause of tsunamis. As Alaska is one of the most seismically active regions in the world we also have a high tsunami risk in many communities. Dr. Elena Suleimani with the Alaska Earthquake Center joins Get Ready Alaska to talk about how tsunamis are generated, how tsunami energy moves through the ocean, and tsunami warning signs. We also discuss the 1964 Good Friday Earthquake and what was learned in the aftermath of the second largest earthquake ever recorded.
Visit the Alaska Earthquake Center website at https://earthquake.alaska.edu/
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