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To Hell with Hurricane Helene As a former #emergencyresponder, I am accustomed to a brittle operating environment; balance can only occur with resources. As the death toll rises, communities in FEMA Region 4 need more resources. For those of us who are not part of organizations in the fight to save lives, We can donate! I am endorsing Samaritan's Purse. Families and people trying to contact loved ones can call 2-1-1 or visit unitedwaync.org to fill out a request form to add them to search and rescue efforts. For those impacted, an application for assistance can be made through disasterassistance.gov or 1-800-621-3362. The experience of Hurricane Helene changed so many communities because who would have ever thought a tropical storm could impact an inland mountain region? We all need to realize that while nature brings chaos and destruction, our collective strength lies in connections with one another. The importance of relationships, empathy, and collaboration highlights the fragility of our environment. As communities continue to weather the storm and upcoming storms that follow, let us embrace the philosophy that balance is vital to resilience. Hurricane Helene is more than just a storm; it catalyzes change, resilience, and unity. Let's unify a mindset to “love thy neighbor” and emerge stronger. We learn that amidst the chaos, we find strength in each other, and in that strength, we discover our true capacity as humans to weather any storm. I hope for the safety of all of our communities and emergency responders. Thank you all for your energy and tireless, selfless service.

The Piper Alpha disaster reminds us how important the priority of safety management decisions is, specifically in crucial moments. How would the accident have gone if the other HSE management in the oil platforms had shut the process off before the accident propagation? Another lesson we learned from the disaster is that unless all personnel who were rescued alive were those who not followed the emergency response procedures! this accident bitterly taught us that the situation could have changed during the accident and can't be predicted unless you conduct consequences modeling using mathematical models and utilize all other tools to mitigate the risk as well as being ready for any events by training via distinguished emergency planning.

Take Action! Protect the Nolichucky River - urge CSX to rebuild responsibly without damaging public lands: https://lnkd.in/ep-Pzncj Following the devastation of Hurricane Helene, CSX is rebuilding its railroad through the Nolichucky Gorge, but their methods are causing irreparable harm to this ecologically rich and economically vital river. Instead of hauling in necessary materials, CSX is mining rock directly from the Nolichucky riverbed—a choice that threatens wildlife habitat, water quality, and the thriving outdoor recreation industry that East Tennessee and Western North Carolina communities rely on. Act now to protect the Nolichucky River!

Reroofing resilience at its best! 🏡⚒️ Read about the project in Alabama, supported by TRI-BUILT, that helped reroof an entire housing complex following a storm: https://lnkd.in/ePAwucja

𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗗𝗚𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗩𝗔𝗖𝗨𝗔𝗧𝗘 Now is the time to prepare & have a plan in place to evacuate if & when mandatory evacuations are ordered during Hurricane Season. Check out this video, featuring Mike Boylan with Mike's Weather Page, to understand why it's important to be ready. https://lnkd.in/eeXkh4Q9

The Center for Puerto Rican Studies is dedicated to preserving the History and Culture of Puerto Ricans in the United States through its extensive archives and public programs.  The Puerto Rican Voices Series is a 5 part series that explores the injustices of colonialism in Puerto Rico. “This five-part series explores the energy crisis, pollution, displacement, and economic precarity, resulting from a decade-long recession, and the aftershocks of Hurricane María. Looking at the intersections of resilience, and resistance, Puerto Rican Voices provides a map to the ongoing issues of Puerto Rico.” I implore you to watch this series and become informed on these issues that affect Puerto Ricans in the United States. https://lnkd.in/enGXV_AD

A picture is worth a thousand words (and then some). Thanks for the illustration, Jack Krolikowski!

We heard valuable perspectives, met aligned partners, and took in the beautiful views of Antigua. #cadf2024 took place as Hurricane Milton brewed just to our north. This highlighted the urgency to act… for climate justice, for democracy, for human rights. It’s a tall order but I am inspired by so many working in Central America to be the change. #AlianzasTransformadoras

For millennia, Indigenous peoples have used fire as a vital tool for land stewardship, fostering biodiversity, healthy forests, and resilient ecosystems. In 1850, however, California criminalized cultural burning as part of broader efforts to suppress Indigenous practices, and eventually the state practiced a policy of complete fire suppression. The consequences of this history have been devastating and have even contributed to catastrophic wildfires that are now more frequent than ever. In recent years, California has begun to reckon with these wrongdoings and recognize the value of fire on the landscape. Senate Bill 310, sponsored by the Karuk Tribe and currently awaiting the Governor’s signature, aims to break down barriers to cultural burning by acknowledging Tribal sovereignty and fostering collaboration between Tribal governments and state agencies. This legislation is a vital step toward restoring forest health, building resilience, and advancing both cultural and environmental justice.

Witnessing Destruction, Feeling the Weight of Inaction As I reflect on the devastation caused by yet another hurricane, it’s hard not to feel a deep sadness and frustration. Homes destroyed, lives upended, and communities left in pieces—yet here in #Florida, our political leaders still refuse to acknowledge the root cause. It’s beyond belief that our Governor has outlawed the use of the words #climatechange, all while the fossil fuel industry continues to thrive. The connection is clear. The storms grow stronger, the floods more destructive, and the suffering greater—yet we pretend it’s all business as usual. I can’t help but ask: how much longer will we let this go on? How many more storms, floods, fires must we endure before we demand real action? In the short term, we can be good neighbors, cleaning up the damage, supporting those in need, and extending our care, but that doesn't solve the underlying problem. We have the power to make things better. The upcoming elections are our chance to choose leaders who will fight for a better future—leaders who understand that protecting our environment is protecting our communities. If it matters to us as #Floridians, this is our moment to speak up, cast our votes, and reject the status quo that props up industries hurting us all. It's time to hold our leaders accountable for the future of our planet, our communities, and our children. Enough with propping up industries that harm our world. Let’s vote for the change we so desperately need. 🌎 #ClimateAction #HurricaneReality #ElectionsMatter #TimeForChange #Helene #climatecrisis #hurricane #flood #insurance