From Harford County government: September is National Preparedness Month: “Disasters Don’t Plan Ahead. You Can.” Hurricane Harvey is a tragic reminder that catastrophic weather events can happen anywhere, anytime. September is National Preparedness Month and now is the time to review your emergency plans, make sure your support networks are in place, and update your […]
Free Business Continuity Seminar Sept. 30; Helping Harford County Businesses Plan for Disaster Survival
From Harford County government: Is your business prepared to survive a disaster? Many companies have struggled or failed to reopen following a major disruption to their operations, resulting in the loss of income and jobs. Developing a business continuity plan can help your company remain open, or reopen more quickly, following all types of emergencies […]
U.S. Sens. Mikulksi, Cardin Praise President Obama for Signing Major Disaster Declaration for Maryland Following Severe Snowstorm
From the office of U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski: Delegation asked President Obama to support Governor Hogan’s request for a major disaster declaration as communities across Maryland struggle to recover from historic blizzard WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Barbara A. Mikulski and Ben Cardin (both D-Md.), together with U.S. Representatives Steny H. Hoyer, Elijah E. Cummings, Chris […]
Harford County Department of Emergency Services Unveils New $32 Million Hickory Facility
The Harford County Department of Emergency Services officially unveiled its new $32 million facility Saturday afternoon in a grand opening event which drew a wide range of first responders from across the county and region. The expansive new building is the first of two expansions planned for the department’s Hickory headquarters; construction is expected to […]
Harford County Receives Pet Disaster Relief Trailer
From Harford County government: The Harford County Department of Emergency Services has obtained another tool to support disaster relief and recovery efforts during severe weather events and other natural disasters. Partnering with the American Kennel Club and AKC Reunite, the Department of Emergency Services has placed into service a special trailer equipped to assist pet […]
Harford County Department of Emergency Services Announces Hurricane Season Predictions
From the Harford County Department of Emergency Services: (Forest Hill, MD) – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced its outlook for the 2014 hurricane season which began June 1 and continues through November 30, 2014. NOAA is predicting a near-normal or slightly below normal season for Atlantic hurricanes. However, climate change can […]
Harford County Emergency Services Urges Planning During National Hurricane Preparedness Week May 26 – June 1
From the Harford County Department of Emergency Services: (Bel Air, MD) – – The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have announced National Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 26 – June 1, 2013. The focus of National Hurricane Preparedness Week will be to highlight the importance of planning in helping […]
Sens. Mikulski and Cardin Lead Maryland Delegation in Requesting Major Disaster Declaration for Maryland Following Superstorm Sandy
From the office of U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski: Delegation asks President Obama to support Governor O’Malley’s request for a major disaster declaration as communities across Maryland struggle to recover from Super-Storm Sandy U.S. Senators Barbara A. Mikulski and Ben Cardin (both D-Md.) were joined by members of Maryland’s Congressional Delegation today in sending a letter […]
