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JANUARY 2022 Brought to you by
FEBRU ARY 7 & 8 2 0 2 2 / M IA M I BE A CH C O N V EN T I O N C EN T ER
Welcome to the January 2022 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 at this End of the 2022 edition!
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OUR PRODUCT All Paratech products are designed by Paratech engineers and all processes that include milling, turning, rubber molding and assembly are performed at the factory in Frankfort, Illinois. We take pride in the fact that our goal is to provide the highest quality products we can design and produce. Paratech manufactures an ever-increasing number of emergency service, industrial and law enforcement products. Our specialty is tools for technical rescue, but our expertise doesn’t stop there. Paratech products have far ranging applications that extend to shipboard damage control, pipeline, mining, rail, quarries, vehicle maintenance, and recovery – just to name a few. Whether you are here to browse or plan your next purchase, we hope you will find this site interesting and informative. If for any reason your needs aren’t satisfied, please let us know. Read more of this article Learn more about Paratech and other companies like them at the Natural Disasters Expo in Miami, Florida on February 7th & 8th, 2022 at the Miami Beach Convention Center!
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Build awareness and engagement of your resilience program Create quick yet memorable experiences with bite-sized scenario exercises by having participants respond to an aspect of a simulated incident or critical event. iluminr’s microsimulation programs are delivered directly to the participant wherever they are, on any device, helping you to increase participation and build high levels of engagement.
Develop individual skills and team capability Engage your people more frequently with experiences that build critical skills and better prepare them for critical events. Our microsimulation program can target all levels of your organization, from site managers to executive leadership teams, supporting participants to translate learning into practical application. Read more of this article Learn more about iluminr and other companies like them at the Natural Disasters Expo in Miami, Florida on February 7th & 8th, 2022 at the Miami Beach Convention Center!
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WEATHER UPDATE In The Aftermath...Tonga Volcano With the Natural Disasters Expo on February 7th & 8th coming up fast we wanted to shine a light on the devastating disaster that happened earlier this month in Tonga. The blast from the eruption was more powerful than Hiroshima, wiping out all of the new lands along with large portions of the previously existing islands. The blast was preceded by smaller eruptions just days before the eruption blanketed the island with ash, triggering devastating tsunami waves. The blast could be heard as far away as Alaska. The devastation that happened can not be overstated enough. Right now residents near Tonga are struggling to recover from the destructive volcano eruption and relief is now more essential than it’s ever been. The shockwave resulting from the eruption has caused disruptions of power to businesses and internet service in many places. This is just the being of the aftermath and many scientists are scrambling to see what lasting effects will come from this event. According to The New York Times, this could have cooling effects that can have a global impact.
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MEET THE HEROES
Learn how to protect your home and business from disasters like this at the Natural Disasters Expo in Miami, on February 7th & 8th, 2022 at the Miami Convention Center!
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Alison Thompson Dr. Thompson is a full-time humanitarian volunteer and author. The founder of the Third Wave Volunteers has been a leader in disaster relief and aid for years. Dr. Alison was a first responder in NYC and founded the Third Wave Volunteers on 9/11/2001. The Dr. created the organization after seeing the devastation firsthand and seeing how many governments and humanitarian efforts globally were having trouble providing assistance on a large scale. TTW looks to help make recovery and relief accessible to everyone affected and that adequate supplies and volunteers are on hand. Read Full Article
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MEET THE HEROES Fero International Modular Infrastructure Fero will be spotlighting their “Infrastructure of tomorrow” at the Natural Disasters Expo. The Modular system provides more capacity, control, and flexibility for a wide variety of clinics, ICUs, labs, patient rooms, and more. Fero’s innovative modular construction helps make infrastructure needs achieved more rapidly, greener, and more affordable. The Modular can be used for more than just Healthcare and Disaster relief, the constructs can be used for housing, schools, mining & energy, indigenous communities, and more. Each unit is designed to withstand extreme temperatures and weather along with a HEPA-filter HVAC system for superb air and flow quality. Read Full Article
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MEET THE HEROES Krucial Staffing When disaster strikes, you need the right partner to weather the storm. While disasters are unpredictable, it does not mean your disaster relief plan needs to be unprepared. From hurricanes to global pandemics, this past year has shown emergency managers and FEMA representatives the importance of having a thorough disaster plan. It is well known to have your evacuation plan, hazardous response, and recovery response, but have you thought about having the proper staffing vendor in place to help mitigate the impact on your community? Krucial Staffing offers pre-event contracts which allows us to be onsite within 48 hours of a disaster to help those at their greatest time of need. Read the full article
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MEET THE HEROES Recoop Insurance When a natural disaster strikes, there is no shortage of images depicting the array of physical damage. From entire neighborhoods flattened by tornados to homes in ashes from wildfires, we are overwhelmed by visuals of destruction and personal heartbreak. What is harder to picture is the financial toll natural disasters take on individuals and families hours, days, and months later. But when you get down to it, the numbers can be equally as shocking as the pictures. The truth of the matter is that less than half of all losses resulting from extreme weather and natural disasters are covered by insurance. In the U.S. alone, $60 billion in uninsured losses were reported in 2021. The precarious financial position U.S. families are in after natural disasters really came into focus for Recoop Disaster Insurance founder Darren Wood in 2012 when Hurricane Sandy hit the Atlantic seaboard. With reports of 100-mph winds, 14foot storm surges and nearly 8 million businesses and households without power, the superstorm dominated the news. As an insurance professional, the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy and its $70 billion in damages that left many individuals and families homeless and ultimately bankrupt, is what struck him the most. Read the full article
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PRODUCT IN ACTION Pulsara When a natural disaster strikes, there is no shortage of images depicting the array of physical damage. From entire neighborhoods flattened by tornados to homes in ashes from wildfires, we are overwhelmed by visuals of destruction and personal heartbreak. What is harder to picture is the financial toll natural disasters take on individuals and families hours, days, and months later. But when you get down to it, the numbers can be equally as shocking as the pictures. The truth of the matter is that less than half of all losses resulting from extreme weather and natural disasters are covered by insurance. In the U.S. alone, $60 billion in uninsured losses were reported in 2021. The precarious financial position U.S. families are in after natural disasters really came into focus for Recoop Disaster Insurance founder Darren Wood in 2012 when Hurricane Sandy hit the Atlantic seaboard. With reports of 100-mph winds, 14-foot storm surges and nearly 8 million businesses and households without power, the superstorm dominated the news. As an insurance professional, the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy and its $70 billion in damages that left many individuals and families homeless and ultimately bankrupt, is what struck him the most. Read the full article
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COVID SAFETY MEASURES: NATURAL DISASTERS EXPO 2022 We look forward to welcoming you to Miami Beach for the Natural Disasters Expo on February 7th & 8th! The Natural Disasters Expo is committed to keeping your health & safety at the forefront of all of our events. We plan to abide by all mandates and protocols put forth by the city of Miami and will make sure the convention is a safe and welcoming environment. As of January 3, 2022 masks are required to be worn in all indoor facilities. The MBCC (Miami Beach Convention Center) is taking precautions as well to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the expo. The Center has installed portable and wall mounted hand sanitizer stations throughout the center and onsite social distancing measures will be in place. The MBCC has also implemented an increased frequency of cleaning and disinfecting on commonly touched surfaces and high traffic areas. These procedures will provide a safer environment for staff and guests attending the expo. You can follow us on social media for more updates and information.
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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 a more sustainable future.
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