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Our Main Street communities are vulnerable to the impacts of #climatechange. 🌪 ⛈ 🏜 So we're honored to have contributed to Main Street America's new toolkit aimed at helping towns plan for, prepare for, and recover from natural #disasters. 💡 Talking about a looming crisis can be overwhelming and scary, causing people to back away rather than step forward. 💡And, even today, conversations that start with terms like “global warming" can be alienating—either because someone might not agree with the framing or they don’t want to step into what feels like a polarized space. 💡To make the kind of changes necessary for your community to thrive in the future means getting a variety of people on board with your process and plans. 💡💡💡Check out the tips Dr. Tiffany Manuel developed specifically for Main Street managers and other leaders of local commercial districts on pages 14 and 15 of the toolkit. 👇 And reach out to us if you want to talk about building will for actions that lead to thriving communities and planet. 🌍

interesting! Building resilient communities is top of mind for my MIPM program. Here's a toolkit that communities can use:

"What the data tell us is that the frequency and severity of #disasters at local-state scales is increasing with rural, suburban, and urban places being affected nationwide." Susan Cutter, co-director of the Hazards Vulnerability and Resilience Institute at the University of South Carolina, emphasizes the need for enhancing #resilience to reduce their impacts on people. On the other hand, Samantha Montano, a professor of #emergencymanagement at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy, highlights the crucial role of state and local policies in either creating or minimizing risk for future disasters. #riskmitigation #mitigationnation #disastermitigation #disasterpreparedness #disastermanagement #stateandlocalpolicy #flooding 📖 Read more about this important discussion on disaster preparedness and resilience ⤵️

Are communities doing enough to prepare for emergencies? Did you know that 76% of Canadians report that they do not feel concerned about future emergencies? Learn how to tailor your disaster preparedness plan to meet your community's unique needs. In this white paper, we discuss the importance of disaster planning in-depth, including: ✅ The critical components of an effective disaster preparedness plan. ✅ What it means to establish a foundation for disaster restoration and resilience. ✅ Why community engagement is essential for disaster planning. ✅ How to conduct community engagement to establish a strong preparedness plan. We also highlight why leaders must take a human-centred approach to creating disaster preparedness plans that will keep their communities safe for years to come. Download the paper (no email required!) 👇 https://lnkd.in/ggKeFFUT #ReadyforAnything #Preparedness #ThisIsPreparedness #EmergencyPreparedness

Are communities doing enough to prepare for emergencies? Did you know that 76% of Canadians report that they do not feel concerned about future emergencies? Learn how to tailor your disaster preparedness plan to meet your community's unique needs. In this white paper, we discuss the importance of disaster planning in-depth, including: ✅ The critical components of an effective disaster preparedness plan. ✅ What it means to establish a foundation for disaster restoration and resilience. ✅ Why community engagement is essential for disaster planning. ✅ How to conduct community engagement to establish a strong preparedness plan. We also highlight why leaders must take a human-centred approach to creating disaster preparedness plans that will keep their communities safe for years to come. Download the paper (no email required!) https://lnkd.in/ggKeFFUT #ReadyforAnything #Preparedness #ThisIsPreparedness #EmergencyPreparedness

September is Disaster Preparedness Month. As of June 2024, 68% of designated Main Street districts are within census tracts identified as climate vulnerable, and our research has found that 75% of the Main Street Network has experienced a major disaster in the past five years. To help Main Streets prepare for and respond to these risks, we created the Main Street Disaster and Resilience Toolkit. Developed in partnership with the National Park Service and others, this resource provides information to help communities understand local vulnerabilities, mitigate their impacts, and respond to events as they occur. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Xjm2k6

Disaster preparation is a key element within any risk management program. It's great to see Main Street America providing their organizations with valuable tools to help minimize the losses that can occur if (or when) disaster strikes! #mainstreet #vortexweatherinsurance

🌍 Emergency Preparedness for Natural Disasters: A Step-by-Step Guide 🌍 Natural disasters can strike without warning, and being prepared can make all the difference. From creating a disaster plan to ensuring you have the right supplies, proactive preparation can help minimize risks and keep you and your loved ones safe. At Zyntra, we provide a step-by-step guide to help you prepare for any disaster, ensuring you have the tools and knowledge to respond effectively when it matters most. ✅ Get your step-by-step guide to disaster preparedness here: (https://lnkd.in/dEdTqBiG) #EmergencyPreparedness #NaturalDisasters #DisasterResponse #DisasterPlanning #SafetyFirst #DisasterManagement #PreparednessPlanning #RiskReduction #EmergencyPlanning #SurvivalGuide #SafetyTips #DisasterRelief #CrisisManagement #RiskManagement #FamilySafety #BePrepared #StaySafe #DisasterRecovery #EmergencyKit #SurvivalTips #DisasterResilience #EmergencyResponse #NaturalHazards #TechForSafety #ClimateResilience #DisasterRisk #BePreparedNotScared #SustainablePreparedness #EmergencyTools #SafetyMatters #ResilienceBuilding

"Without a comprehensive preparedness plan in place and tools to support both short- and long-term recovery efforts, the physical and economic impacts of disasters can be devastating." September is Disaster Preparedness Month. The Main Street Disaster and Resilience Toolkit provides information to help communities understand local vulnerabilities, mitigate their impacts, and respond to events as they occur. https://bit.ly/3Xjm2k6

As the Cedar River went above flood stage this week, the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance reviewed its emergency plan. We don't expect to be in any danger this time around, but we have had to evacuate our riverside building in #DowntownCedarRapids twice in the 12 years we've been here. Most of our flood plain neighbors also have done much to prepare their buildings and properties, and to be ready. And, of course, the ultimate in natural disaster preparedness is underway with the $700M+ flood protection system being put in place by the #CityofCedarRapids and the #USArmyCorpofEngineers. This new report from the #USChamberofCommerce confirms the significant economic impact of preparedness - for communities, for companies and for individuals. Do your part. https://lnkd.in/g7Ge8VsZ