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Welcome to the December 2020 Edition of The Lookout Post! We have tons of informative content for all those following the current state of affairs in natural disaster management and emergency response. We aim for the continual distribution of this newsletter to help inform professionals in the industry about the latest happenings and innovations that are transforming how communities prepare and respond to natural disasters. Check out what’s been coming over the horizon in this end of 2020 edition!
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SITUATION OF THE MONTH The Maeslant Storm Surge Barrier in the Netherlands
The Maeslant Barrier, or the Maeslantkering in
Flooding is one of the most common natural
is closed, it protects the Nieuwe Waterweg,
disasters which occurs in regions all over the world. The Deltaworks system located in South Holland, Netherlands is an intricate yet practical system able to successfully prevent flooding of any kind. This system is one of the largest moving structures ever built
dutch, is made of two lengthy barrier gates, each being 210 meters long. When the barrier the main waterway of Port of Rotterdam which is 360 meters long. As water rises in the surrounding area, sensors trigger the walls to close and water tanks to fill along the barrier. This water weight causes the walls to push firmly down on their foundation, keeping
and was created due to the fact that most
floodwaters from breaching the gates.
of the country sits just below sea level.
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SEISMIC CLOAKING: Dampening & Diverting Seismic Waves Earthquake resistant design successfully protects
Describing the project, Lincoln Laboratory
buildings and critical infrastructure from significant
stated, “To minimize earthquake-related threats,
damage during an earthquake. However, there
we are testing a novel concept that redirects
are many vulnerable locations that do not have
and attenuates hazardous seismic waves by
critical earthquake-resistant infrastructure
implementing an engineered seismic cloaking
in place. Retrofitting existing buildings and
barrier around high-value structures and city-
infrastructure is an expensive and time-
regions. These barriers utilize metamaterials
consuming process, so the question becomes
that create an effective subsurface medium
how to protect lives and structures in these
composed of subwavelength structures
types of locations. Scientists at MIT’s Lincoln
with seismic manipulation properties not
Laboratory are developing “seismic cloaking”
present in natural geological strata.”
technologies to solve this exact problem.
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LEADING WEBINAR AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
For professionals looking for the latest informative content, we’ve gotten an incredible learning experience to enhance your natural disaster know-how. Check out this edition’s featured virtual seminar delivered by activTek Health Solutions!
NASA Space Technology for Continuous NonToxic Air and Surface Disinfection
Beth Krah Presentation sponsored by activTek Health Solutions - Beth Krah speaking on NASA Space Technology for Continuous NonToxic Air and Surface Disinfection at Knowlex’s Infection Prevention and Control Conference 2019
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NATURAL DISASTER EXPO LAUNCHES IN SINGAPORE With the ever present and growing threat of natural disasters on populations across the world, The Natural Disaster Expo - Asia is launching in Singapore on December 1st & 2nd of 2021! Check out the insightful and expert features present at this launch into the Asia-Pacific region
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Innovative Tech of The Month
The WaterMonster™ will help you be ready to handle potable water needs when disaster strikes. Our water dispensing tanks allow quicker response times to emergencies, empowering our users to immediately distribute potable water in the hours and days immediately after a disaster. Our fast, mobile, and adaptable water delivery system is:
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MEET THE HEROES Check out these highlights for the heroes of the The Lookout Post December edition! These proud people and organizations are at the forefront of providing crucial industry advancements for disaster professionals..
HJ3 Composite Tech HJ3 provides the most comprehensive composite strengthening products and protective coatings in the world to fortify structures against earthquakes, blasts, and environmental damage. The company supports clients with turnkey engineering services to include forensic engineering, design, and onsite quality control. Join the company’s growing worldwide network of Certified Installers.
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MEET THE HEROES
Based in Lawrence, Kan., PROSOCO is a national
For more than 50 years, Paratech has been combining
manufacturer of products for stabilizing masonry walls;
innovative design with cutting edge technology to
high performing finished concrete flooring; making building
provide the highest quality and most user-friendly tools
envelopes air- and water-tight; and cleaning, protecting and
available for rescue and beyond. From the world’s most
restoring new and existing masonry buildings. We strive to
advanced collapse support solutions of some of the world’s
provide innovative products and services that improve the
strongest forcible entry tools, Paratech makes technical
appearance and performance of our built environment.
rescue operations simpler, safer and more productive.
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PARTNER SHOUTOUT Our Partners to The Natural Disaster Expo, the organizations leading the way for stronger communities against natural disasters and for a more sustainable future
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