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SCADA vulnerabilities - Sabotaging the System

Very good 60 minutes clip on Cyber Security provides insight into current threats.  Could hackers get into the computer systems that run crucial elements of the world's infrastructure, such as the power grids, water works or even a nation's military arsenal? See clip: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=5578986n&tag=contentMain;cbsCarousel

Crisis Counseling Certification training

The Faith-Based Counselor Training Institute, Inc. is holding training sessions on Crisis Counseling.  Since the passage of House Bill 2481 the Texas legislature opened the doors for the "faith community" to be able to acquire a State recognized counselor certification through accreditation by a well-credentialed, private sector religious training entity. REfer to the website for additional information.  http://www.faithbasedcounseling.com/

Questionnaire to Strengthen Disaster Recovery in Our Nation - Your Comments please!

The White House has initiated a working group to Strenghten Disaster Recovery in Our Nation.  It is currently soliciting comments via a survey located at: http://www.disasterrecoveryworkinggroup.gov/questionnaire/ all disaster recovery, business continuity and homeland security professionals need to weigh in on this working group to insure that knowledgable, educated, and experienced individuals are involved in this process.  Althought the webite claims "wide array of private organizations and private non-profit organizations, will inform these efforts", there is little to substantiate that statement.

"5 Must-Read Social Media Marketing Studies"

"A lot is happening in the world of social
media. Here's a quick summary of recent major research findings:

#1: By 2010, 26 Million (1 in 7) U.S.
Adults Will Use Twitter Monthly

A new study by eMarketer surpasses their
previous estimates of Twitter usage. The study, conducted just last month,
found"
You can read the full article here:  "5 Must-Read Social Media Marketing Studies"

 

Hurricane IDA Situation Page

Multi portal display of current information: http://www.vuetoo.com/vue1/Situationpagenews.asp?af=&sit=5087

FEMA Engages Stakeholders To Discuss National Flood Insurance Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced a new avenue for the public to provide input regarding the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)—launching a 30-day public comment period. http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=49884

I would encourage anyone who believes the current program is flawed to participate in this comment period.  Repetitive claims for the similar events in the same areas, by the same people is not sustainable. 

New Houston FBI Office dedicated

Director Mueller helped dedicate the new Houston Field Office with community and law enforcement leaders. http://houston.fbi.gov/building_dedication.htm

FEMA Announces Public Outreach Efforts And Comment Period Extension For PS-Prep

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today a series of public meetings that will be held to discuss the DHS Voluntary Private Sector Preparedness Accreditation and Certification Program (PS-Prep).  http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=49867