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In This Issue
- Quarterly Board Meeting - March 11, 2024
- Mid-Atlantic VOAD Conference - April 8 & 9, 2024
- Annapolis - Anne Arundel Basic CERT Training
- MDEMA 2024 Symposium Call for Proposals
- The Tool Trailer Is On the Move
- Eastern Shore Long Term Recovery Updates
- Blue Ribbon Flood Mitigation Task Force Committee Updates
- FEMA Individual Assistance Changes Effective
- MDEMA Whole Community Integration Summit
- Upcoming Events
- Facebook page
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Maryland VOAD
Quarterly Meeting
Monday, March 11, 2024
10am - 2pm
St. Andrew Church, 2028 E Lombard St, Baltimore
Please RSVP by noon on Thursday, March 7, 2024 chairperson@marylandvoad.org
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April 8-9, 2024 * Cacapon Resort State Park * Berkley Springs, WV
Room Reservations must be made by March 24, 2024.
This is a venue requirement. There will be no exceptions.
To receive the conference lodging rate:
- Call (304) 258-1022.
- Ask to speak with the front desk or group services.
- Provide the room block code - VOAD.
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Meet Our Keynote Speaker - Christopher Gloninger | |
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We are pleased to announce that Christopher Gloninger, Senior Scientist in Climate and Risk Communication at Woods Hole Group in Bourne, MA will be this year’s keynote speaker for the Mid-Atlantic VOAD Regional Conference.
Chris will present on our theme:
Impacts and Implications of a Warming World: Urgency Within the VOAD Movement
At Woods Hole, Chris provides guidance and direction on technical needs and approaches relating to analysis of meteorology and climate data, coastal and climate related hazards, emergency management, community engagement and risk communication.
Chris' presentations are:
Science and Facts Behind the “Why” (that is, “Why” are we having storms with greater intensity and frequency?) and,
“Keeping Up with a Warming World.” The goal of the presentations is to help the VOAD community better understand the science behind these storms and explore strategies to better respond to them.
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Anne Arundel - Annapolis CERT Training Starts TODAY!!! | |
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Volunteer to become a trained member of your community in emergency response.
This 20-hour in person CERT Basic training will be held:
Friday, March 1 from 6pm-9pm,
Sat., March 2 from 8am-5pm, and
Sun., March 3, 2024 from 8am-4pm
Location: Fire Training Academy, 415 Maxwell Frye Road, Millersville.
Everyone completing the course receives a nationally recognized certification and the opportunity to join AAACERT as a member.
Visit https://www.aaacert.org/cert-basic-training/ for more information.
Questions, contact training@aaacert.org.
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CALL FOR SYMPOSIUM PROPOSALS
This year, Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEMA) is proud to announce the rebranding of the symposium! With this transition, there is the adoption of a more inclusive approach that embraces the dynamic landscape of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
Please use the link below to complete the Symposium Proposal form. Submission deadline is March 9th.
For any questions, please contact Kasey Thomas, MDEMA Education Committee Chair, at Education@marylandema.org
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The Tool Trailer is on the move.
Can you help equip our new tool trailer?
Our Community Support Campaign to purchase high quality tools that will be used by our volunteer work crews is underway. Maryland VOAD members have hosted the trailer on their property to support invitations for their members, family, friends and neighbors to get involved.
Delaware-Maryland Synod (Westminster Conference), ELCA, Calvary Lutheran Church, Mt. Airy (Lenten Season) have hosted the trailer. The next stop is Morgan Chapel UMC and Carroll County COAD. If you are interesting in having the trailer visit you, send an email to chairperson@marylandvoad.org.
Visit the website for the tools list and to find out others ways to support the Community Support Campaign.
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Eastern Shore Long-Term Recovery Updates: Somerset County | |
Blue Ribbon Flood Hazard Mitigation Committee: Crisfield | |
Home elevation is complete (front). | | |
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IA Changes go into effect March 22, 2024 | | | |
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Maryland Department of Emergency Management Announces the
2024 Whole Community Integration Summit
Rooted and Ready: A Whole Community Approach
Thursday, April 11, 2024
8am - 4:30pm
Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel: 903 Dulaney Valley Road (Towson, MD)
This daylong event will be filled with information and engagement as we examine trends, threats, and technology in partnerships and preparedness as we look at the year ahead.
Register now to secure your spot and join us in shaping a resilient Maryland, where communities thrive.
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Visit, Like and Share - MDVOAD Facebook Page | | |
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Be sure to visit the MD VOAD Facebook page. While there, support our VOAD members by liking and sharing their content. This helps everyone reach broader audiences with our important message.
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