As disasters increase in frequency, scale, and complexity, collaboration among agencies and organizations has become a cornerstone to the efficient and effective delivery of public safety services.  To address the complexities around mutual aid, stakeholders approached the development of this guide through ... read more

The Vent and Burn Option On February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, leading to a significant environmental and public health crisis. The incident raised immediate concerns about rail transport safety but ... read more

The National Search and Rescue Geospatial Coordination (NSARGC) Group provides national leadership for the integration of geospatial information, processes, technology, and systems into all phases of search and rescue. This includes the development and promotion of: Geospatial coordination before, during, ... read more