As Hurricane Helene approached the Gulf Coast in September 2024, communities braced for impact, aware of the potential devastation that heavy rains, flooding, and high winds could bring. Amid the…

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This past December, the Maryland-National Capital Region Emergency Response System (MDERS) collaborated with the Prince George’s County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (PG OHS/EM) to host an offering…

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The annual MDERS Steering Committee election was held during the December 2024 meeting. The elected stakeholders were Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) Lt. Nicholas Fiore as chair and Montgomery…

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In Fiscal Year (FY) 2021, the period from June 1, 2022, through May 31, 2023, the Maryland-National Capital Region Emergency Response System (MDERS) played a vital role in strengthening stakeholder…

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In November 2024, Elizabeth Adams, an Emergency Response Specialist for the Maryland-National Capital Region Emergency Response System (MDERS), was recognized by the Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) for her…

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In the event of an emergency incident, seamless coordination between public safety agencies and private sector partners is critical to respond to rapidly evolving threats. To improve preparedness, the Mongomery…

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With several games scheduled in cities nationwide, such as major venues in New York, Los Angeles, and Miami, the United States (U.S.) faces the task of ensuring the safety of…

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