Senate Disabilities Committee advances a slate of disability-related bills, referring several to committees The Senate Disabilities Committee on March 31, 2026, reported multiple bills addressing daycare emergency plans, housing options for people with developmental disabilities, early intervention eligibility and more; several measures were referred to Senate Finance or Education for further review.

New York's Senate Disabilities Committee is taking bold steps to enhance emergency planning and housing for people with disabilities, pushing forward a series of crucial bills!

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Williamson County adopts Atlas 14 floodplain maps to guide planning and flood response Commissioners unanimously adopted the Williamson County Atlas 14 floodplain mapping study March 24, citing its value for planning and flood resilience after recent flooding; the county made the final materials available on its website.

Williamson County has taken a significant step in enhancing flood resilience by unanimously adopting the Atlas 14 floodplain mapping study, providing crucial tools for local governments and residents alike.

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Council discusses pipeline permitting, evacuation annex and coordination with utilities Council members discussed recent legislation affecting pipeline permitting, plans for a new 12‑inch high‑pressure natural gas line, and integrating evacuation planning and utility coordination into local emergency response and franchise agreements.

Council members are tackling the complex issues of pipeline permitting and emergency planning, aiming to balance development with environmental safety.

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Valor Energy presents demonstrator reactor in Castle Dale; company stresses safety, aims for rapid activation Valor Energy briefed the Castle Dale City Council on a demonstration high-temperature gas reactor to be deployed west of Orangeville, emphasizing modular construction, limited water needs and layered security. Presenters said fuel is ceramic-encapsulated and shielding is extensive; several residents asked about safety and emergency planning.

Valor Energy is transforming a site near Orangeville from "sagebrush and dirt" into a state-of-the-art reactor facility with an unwavering commitment to safety.

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Montgomery County radio program highlights March 3 permits forum for construction professionals; registration ends today County officials on the program said a Department of Permits Services forum on March 3 will provide updates for engineers, architects, contractors and permit applicants; Spanish interpretation is available and today is the registration deadline, the program reported.

Don't miss your chance to connect with industry leaders at the Montgomery County Permits Forum—registration ends today!

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Freeport officials say viaduct project stalled by utilities and railroad permits; completion expected by late spring City staff told the council that winter conditions, delayed utility relocations by NICOR and permit pauses from Canadian National freight railroad caused the viaduct project to stall; staff said permits were reissued Feb. 4 and estimated completion by May–June 2026 with contingency emergency routes in place.

The long-awaited viaduct project in Freeport faces delays due to utility relocations and railroad permitting, but officials are optimistic for completion by late spring 2026.

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We’ve written a blog on how communities can work together to reduce the impact of flooding and other emergencies. 🌊🤝

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Bill to let utilities share "life‑support" customer addresses for emergency planning raises privacy questions Representative Margaret Dry told the committee HB 15‑77 would allow utilities to share limited customer data (addresses or flags) with municipal emergency authorities for welfare checks during outages; Eversource and the Department of Energy were neutral but urged guardrails on data type, consent and security to avoid HIPAA and right‑to‑know pitfalls.

A new bill aims to allow utilities to share addresses of "life-support" customers with emergency services, but privacy concerns are sparking heated debate.

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#LeadLocalFloodAuthorities are Category 1 responders and play a leading role in #emergencyplanning to help keep #communities safe, as well as supporting post flood recovery🌊
Did you know, there is no statutory duty or legal requirement for #localauthorities to supply #sandbags during #flood events

Senate advances bill requiring drinking‑water emergency plans and rapid cyberbreach reporting HB 19 would require community water systems to complete emergency response plans, report security breaches to the Utah Cyber Center within two hours, and require annual Division of Drinking Water reports to the Legislature; the Senate read the bill a third time.

A new bill in Utah aims to bolster community drinking-water security by mandating emergency plans and rapid breach reporting to protect against vulnerabilities.

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Committee approves bill to codify resiliency council and fund statewide risk assessments from insurance fees SP137 was amended to codify a governor-created resiliency council, establish a chief resiliency officer, require a statewide risk and vulnerability assessment, and direct portions of insurance license fees (including $1,000,000 annually beginning FY2028) to an Alabama Resilience Council Fund; the committee adopted the amendment and passed the bill.

Alabama is stepping up its emergency response game with a new bill that establishes a resiliency council and allocates millions for risk assessments—are we ready for the challenges ahead?

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Army Corps rates Oroville levee "low risk" but flags vulnerable Bedrock Park reach, recommends geotech and emergency planning The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers told Oroville's City Council its May 2025 levee review places the system in a "low risk" category while identifying a critical, narrow reach near Bedrock Park that needs geotechnical study and possible structural work; the Corps recommended prioritized repairs, an emergency action plan and coordination with DWR updates.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has rated Oroville's levee system as "low risk," but they've flagged a critical vulnerable section near Bedrock Park that demands immediate attention and repair.

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#CivilDefence / #CivilProtection takes many forms and many players, and in this case #EmergencyPlanning for pregnant and post-partum mothers as facilitated by this group of experts.

Know your neighbours and support them!

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Afterstate bill briefing, GUSD officials outline safeguards for caregiver affidavits under AB 495 Superintendent Cortez briefed the board on Assembly Bill 495 (family preparedness) and described district verification steps—contacting parents, requesting documentation and involving liaisons or law enforcement—after trustees raised concerns about unauthorized pick‑ups.

Superintendent Cortez revealed new safeguards under Assembly Bill 495 to ensure only verified caregivers can pick up students, addressing trustee concerns about potential misuse.

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What happens to people in Sussex and Kent who can’t get to a water distribution facility? Does the local council have a list of vulnerable people? Are they going door to door asking people if they need help?

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Involved in #emergencyplanning in your local community? Please remember to include people with disabilities in your evacuation plans. 27% of the Canadian population has at least one disability! We are your friends, neighbours, and family members! disabilityalliancebc.org/wp-content/u...

Sioux Falls School District security assessment praises plans and SRO ties, urges panic devices and faster first-responder links At a work session, the district security coordinator summarized a statewide assessment that found strong emergency plans, SRO partnerships and single-entry buildings, and recommended measures including expanded panic devices, student ID policies, bollards, and a direct notification link to first responders; no new funding votes were taken.

Sioux Falls School District's security assessment reveals strong emergency plans but highlights urgent needs for panic devices and improved communication with first responders.

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Many crucial aspects to consider in uterine transplant-especially emergency planning. The transplanted uterus is not innervated, women cannot feel pain in the same way, making robust emergency pathways essential.
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Glynn County awards $172,100 FEMA-funded emergency planning contract to Early Alert Inc. The Glynn County Board of Commissioners approved a $172,100 contract with Early Alert Inc. to produce a countywide set of emergency plans — funded by FEMA disaster assistance — and directed multi-year tabletop exercises and updates to plans including search-and-rescue, hazardous materials annexes, mass-fatality and volunteer/donation management.

Glynn County is stepping up its emergency preparedness with a $172,100 contract to create comprehensive plans that could save lives in future disasters!

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Authorities Urge Humboldt Residents to Prepare for Fast-Arriving Local Tsunamis Eureka emergency officials warn that a Cascadia-triggered tsunami could reach the coast in minutes—leaving no time for alerts or rescue—and urge residents in hazard zones to prepare now.

Authorities Urge Humboldt Residents to Prepare for Fast-Arriving Local Tsunamis #HumboldtCounty #TsunamiPreparedness #CascadiaSubductionZone #EmergencyPlanning #KnowYourZone #EPD #HumboldtBayFire

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Residents urge action on Spring Valley evacuation route; public commenter accuses county director of misconduct During public comment, Spring Valley resident Sterling Wellman called for a second evacuation route and a new bridge for over 1,000 residents, citing California fire‑safety rules; another commenter, Skye Lal, alleged Community Development Director Maria Turner misused public resources and demanded an independent review.

Residents of Spring Valley are sounding the alarm for a second evacuation route as safety concerns grow, while accusations of misconduct against a county official have sparked controversy.

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Facilities committee considers district security audit, maintenance grant and 3.9% levy recommendation At the Nov. 3 Facilities & Finance meeting District 128 staff proposed a district‑wide security and emergency planning audit (to be discussed in executive session), outlined a $50,000 matching FY26 maintenance grant for the Vernon Hills pool air handler, listed two items for disposal, and recommended a 3.9% 2025 tax levy to create an estimated $300

District 128 is taking proactive steps towards safety and maintenance, proposing a comprehensive security audit, a $50,000 matching grant, and a tax levy to ensure our schools are well-equipped for the future.

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Clatsop County staff warn Warrenton subdivision plans could compromise Ridge Road berm, call for turn lane and design review County public works flagged stability, traffic and trail-placement concerns tied to the Fort Point (4 Point/Floyd Point) subdivision in Warrenton. Staff recommended preserving the dune/berm within the county right-of-way, pursuing a phased center turn lane, and requiring the developer and City of Warrenton to share design plans; commissioners asked

Concerns are rising over a proposed subdivision in Warrenton that could jeopardize traffic safety and emergency planning along Ridge Road.

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Carlsbad council introduces 2025 California Fire Code and new Wildland Urban Interface Code; hearing set for Dec. 2 The council introduced ordinances to adopt the updated 2025 California Fire Code and the state's newly standalone Wildland Urban Interface Code, with staff saying local changes are editorial; both ordinances were set for a Dec. 2 public hearing and passed on unanimous votes.

Carlsbad City Council has introduced crucial updates to the California Fire Code and the new Wildland Urban Interface Code, setting the stage for a pivotal public hearing on December 2nd!

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Glendora updates General Plan safety element to reflect wildfire, evacuation and climate risks City Council adopted targeted updates to Glendora's General Plan safety element, adding wildfire resilience provisions, a climate vulnerability assessment and an SB 99 evacuation‑routes analysis identifying residential areas with single ingress/egress.

Glendora City Council unanimously updated its General Plan safety element, enhancing wildfire resilience and emergency evacuation strategies to protect vulnerable neighborhoods.

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