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Two New Services! The e-GUIDE announces two new offerings. Looking for products and services? The Marketplace has links to hundreds of companies. Looking for educational information? “Publications & Portals” links you directly to the articles you want to read. Click HERE>>


The “All-Hazards” Approach Must be Continued In the post-9/11 world, the preoccupation with the threat of terrorism has changed political and administrative priorities, but has it been to the neglect of other important threats? William Waugh explains. Click HERE>>






Hurricanes Mean Big Business for DR Companies
In the aftermath of Frances, Floridians are once again faced with the monumental task of cleaning up. Disaster recovery companies are ready and waiting – and business is booming. Click HERE>>

 U.S. Critical Infrastructure Still Vulnerable to Attack
With the third anniversary of 9/11 looming, a new report takes a hard look at the security of our critical infrastructure and asks the question: are we still vulnerable to attack? Click HERE>>

Chicago, Detroit Schools Get Failing Grade for Terror Planning
Schools in Chicago and Detroit are failing to prepare for a terrorist attack, according to a report rating the nation’s largest schools. How does your child’s school measure up? Click HERE>>
Government and Security Firms Warn of Oracle Flaws
The government’s Computer Emergency Response team has issued warnings about a number of potential security holes in Oracle software. Is your information at risk? Click HERE>>

DHS Tests Plan to Speed Airport Security Checks
Frequent fliers who want to speed through lengthy security delays at airports could be in luck, as the DHS is now launching a test of its Registered Traveler prescreening program. Click HERE>>

Activities Planned Across the Nation for National Preparedness Month
September marks more than just the third anniversary of 9/11, as the DHS and other organizations encourage preparedness during National Preparedness Month. Click HERE>>

  

9th Annual Disaster Resource GUIDE Copies of the 9th edition are available, free, for distribution to your associates or groups of professionals involved in DR/BC and Emergency/Crisis Management. Click HERE>>
It’s Time to Think Mitigation An earthquake can cripple the unprotected office in seconds. Estimated damage to computers during the Loma Prieta earthquake was $100 million. Equipment fasteners can make a difference. Click HERE>>


Plan Now to Attend DRJ Fall World
September 19-22, 2004
San Diego, CA DRJ's conferences are consistently top-rated by attendees. Register today to qualify for discounts Click HERE>>

  
 


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“Share the Wealth”…Industry Organizations Update Click HERE>>
 
Dam Safety Scholarship Winners Announced
Lexington, KY – August 25, 2004 – All three of this year's recipients are Civil Engineering majors. They were chosen from over 40 well-qualified applicants representing universities across the United States, and each will receive $1,600 for educational expenses incurred in the 2004-2005 school year. For more information: www.damsafety.org

Business Security Post 9/11
September 5, 2004 – With the anniversary of 9/11 upon us, how have business owners changed their security measures against fraud, terrorists, and crime since the attack? Business advisers MacIntyre Hudson state that business owners are failing to take even the most basic precautions in preventing fraud in their workplace. What business owners need is a "security dictionary" where they can look up the solution to their security problem quickly, saving them time and money. This is now available in a new book entitled "Business Security: Over 50 Ways to Protect Your Business." Sample articles, author biographies and more at www.BusinessSecurity.org

4th Workshop On Emergency Management, Homeland Security, And Crisis Communication
Dallas, TX – November 4 & 5, 2004 – EDM, in cooperation with the annual IAEM conference, brings you a two day workshop on the most pressing topics of the current state of affairs: Comprehensive Emergency Management, Homeland Security, and Crisis Communication. For info, visit www.edmus.info







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The 2004/2005 DISASTER RESOURCE GUIDE (9th annual Edition) has been published and is now available. Visit the Online GUIDE to sign up for a free copy. You can sign up today. Click HERE>>