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Revised NFPA Standards Leave Responders Breathing Easier

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Key changes in standards will have a noticeable impact on self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and personal alert safety systems (PASS).

To See or Not to See?

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

TSA unveils Backscatter technology at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

State and Local Disaster Plans Aren't Making the Grade

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Experts, backed up by new reports, say local disaster plans have "major gaps," while states are not prepared for major health challenges such as biological warfare or pandemic flu.

Unlocking the Federal Treasure Chest

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The new federal budget for FY 2007 contains numerous cuts, yet homeland security funding continues to grow.

Chicago: Preparing for Disaster

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

How 9/11 and natural disasters have impacted emergency response in one of the largest cities in the country.