Examining the Challenges of COVID-19 Modeling
Throughout the pandemic, COVID-19 predictive models have come under criticism for conflicting predictions that have caused some to believe that all models are wrong; however, some models are useful.
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IEM Insight: Holiday and Winter Travel Safety
As we head into the winter holiday season many individuals and families are trying to plan for how they can stay safe while traveling during the pandemic.
IEM Insights: Combatting the Winter Blues Alongside the COVID-19 Pandemic
Throughout the pandemic it is important that individuals focus on their mental health as well as their physical health and practice self care.
IEM Insight: Enjoying Fall Activities During the COVID-19 Pandemic
With COVID-19 cases rising across the nation you can still enjoy the season, however, Fall activities may look a little different this year due to the pandemic.
IEM Insights: The basics of the Disaster Relief Fund, or DRF, for those of us who aren’t Stafford Act experts or former FEMA CFO
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) has been in the news recently due to COVID-19. Let’s look at some of the basics.
IEM Insights: Addressing the Financial Needs of Communities
The famous line “show me the money,” from the 1996 movie Jerry McGuire, is appropriate for 2020 as every state, locality, territory, and tribe (SLTT) in the United States is seeking financial assistance in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic and its ramifications.
FEMA’s New (Interim) Policy – “COVID-19 Pandemic: Work Eligible for Public Assistance” – Changes for FEMA Category B work starting September 15, 2020
FEMA just released the interim “COVID-19 Pandemic: Work Eligible for Public Assistance (PA)” Policy dated September 1, 2020. This new Policy is effective for work performed on or after September 15, 2020. For all work performed on or before September 14, 2020, FEMA’s previous policies, guidance and fact sheets still apply.
Transforming Communities through Resilience
FEMA’s mitigation grant program, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), has the power to transform communities across the nation. In this piece, IEM examines BRIC’s ability to enhance resiliency and thoughts on submitting a strong project proposal.
Enjoying Summer Activities During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has kept individuals at home for months, and after a cold and remote start to the year, many are eager to leave their homes and enjoy the summer. Social distancing and other public safety measures will impact how individuals enjoy the summer, but they should not prevent you from participating in your favorite activities. IEM’s Medical Director, Rashid Chotani, has developed a guide for how individuals can participate in summer activities while being mindful of public health.
Using AI and ML to combat the COVID-19 pandemic
The future of emergency management and public health is data driven. AI and ML are helping save lives, as COVID-19 continues to threaten public health, innovative technologies will continue to be developed to improve public safety and prepare for future disasters.
