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Crisis Communications as Damage Control

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

One only has to watch or read the national news to see crisis communications being practiced. It could be a train derailment, a poor response by a government to a disaster, or a politician or well-known personality being pilloried in the press for something they are accused of saying or doing.

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Risk and Crisis Communications

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

One of emergency management’s major partners in all things concerning disasters, from the preparation phase to the response and recovery is our public information/affairs officers who support what we are trying to do in communicating with the public. A great reference for everyone having anything to do with risk and crisis communications.

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Crisis Communication: Lessons Learned from Municipal Responses To Disasters

GovPilot

Effective crisis communication is the cornerstone of successful emergency response in local government. Whether dealing with pandemics, natural disasters like hurricanes and floods, or any other large-scale emergency, clear, accurate, and timely communication regarding crises is essential.

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Best of 2023: Risk and Crisis Communications

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

Best of 2023 podcasts: One of emergency management’s major partners in all things concerning disasters, from the preparation phase to the response and recovery is our public information/affairs officers who support what we are trying to do in communicating with the public. I highly recommend this podcast to your listening.

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Navigating Crisis Communication Gaps: Strategies for Overcoming Disaster Response Challenges

Government Technology Insider

In the aftermath of severe storms, communities grapple with widespread damage and daunting disaster response communication challenges. This is where first responders and agencies meet to provide devices and strategies for navigating these crisis communication issues. What does the future of disaster response look like?

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How to Make a Crisis Communication Plan: Tips for Municipal Emergency Management Planning with GovPilot

GovPilot

Emergency management is an essential aspect of public safety, and your local government needs to have a communication plan in place to reach citizens and keep them safe in case of emergencies. If you’re already working at a municipality, odds are you care greatly about public wellbeing and safety.

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What is needed for enterprise communications

Open Access Government - Technology News

In this opinion piece, Charles Stephenson, Divisional Director from YUDU Sentinel, explores the way ahead when it comes to enterprise communications While a messaging app such as WhatsApp can be helpful for everyday communications, such a social messaging app is unsuitable for crisis communications.