A test run on Saturday on a software application that can cut the time it takes social service agencies to identify and assist families coping with disaster uncovered just a few minor glitches, according to one agency. All in all, it was a very good experience," said Jennifer Highfield, director of communications for the United Way of Allegheny County. "This is why you have a test -- to work the bugs out before you go into the field.
DALLAS, Nov. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- James Barfield and DJ Newman announced the launch of a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to aiding victims of natural disasters across the world. Liberate Humanity will work in coordination with other organizations to support existing health structures, provide supplies and equipment to help rebuild disaster sites, and raise funds to assist victims. Liberate Humanity will celebrate its official launch Dec. 3, 2011 at Life in Deep Elum in Dallas, TX with a special kickoff event open to the public. Liberate Humanity, Inc. has already been granted 501(c)3 status and will be supported through a combination of public contributions and proceeds from the apparel line the organization will release. Cousins James Barfield and DJ Newman co-founded ...
BEACH BOYS AID JAPAN To aid Japanese disaster victims, The Beach Boys have released a vinyl single, "Don't Fight the Sea," that features the song's composer, Al Jardine and Brian Wilson, Mike Love and Bruce Johnston. In addition a vocal recording of late Beach Boy Carl Wilson is also featured on the song, according to The Beach Boys' website. Proceeds benefit the Red Cross Japan Relief Fund. The song initially appeared on Jardine's "Postcards From California" album that was released last June. The flip side is an a capella mix of the title track of the group's 1968 LP, "Friends.
The Small Business Administration is offering disaster assistance to businesses, homeowners and renters affected by recent severe weather in Lincoln and Wayne counties. S. Rep. Nick Rahall says the SBA will provide low-interest loans to repair or replace property damaged or destroyed by storms, tornadoes, flooding, mudslides and landslides from Feb. 29 to March 2.
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, the government tightened control on information to the public. Here, Zarek discusses the importance of public access to government information especially when it comes to disasters, emergencies, and terroristic attacks. Among other things, she notes that it is important that the public will be able to see whether its government is operating efficiently, especially when talking about the substantial amounts of money used as government aid to the terrorism and disaster victims.
Over-the-top news coverage of Mississippi River flooding had tourists canceling Bluff City vacations and Memphians pondering how to combat perceptions half of Downtown was underwater. It might have been the kind of economic injury for which a shopkeeper or tour operator could snag a low-interest disaster loan made possible by a federal declaration May 9.
HENRYVILLE, Ind., March 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless is opening a free Wireless Emergency Communications Center today in Henryville in the wake of tornado damage for all emergency personnel and local residents to make free phone calls, re-charge cell phones (regardless of carrier) and access the Internet using the company's 4G LTE Mobile Broadband service. The heated mobile trailer equipped with 4G devices is located on the corner of Ferguson and Cherry streets. Verizon's communications center will be available throughout the week.
Washington -- Natural-disaster victims would automatically qualify for tax benefits under a bill introduced last week by Wisconsin Congressman Ron Kind. Kind, a Democrat from La Crosse and a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, said his bill would give people affected by floods, tornadoes and other natural disasters needed tax relief to help them repair their homes and businesses.
To support the mission of the American Red Cross to help prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies, Varco Pruden Buildings and BlueScope Buildings North America Inc. recently presented a donation of $3,000 to the Mid-South chapter to support and help outfit Red Cross emergency disaster trailers with cots and blankets. This support enables the American Red Cross to provide critical services to those affected by disasters and further supports the organization's mission by providing assistance with mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
WATERBURY, Vt. - For disaster victims rebuilding their homes, towns and lives, the anxiety is matched only by anger at Congress for entangling their future in a political battle over government spending. A sharply divided Congress has repeatedly rejected a deal that included funding federal disaster assistance, raising fears that there would be no plan to continue aid for victims of disaster like storms Irene and Lee or the tornado in Joplin, Mo.
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