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This is an article by Esmeralda Valague, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, November 4, 2026. Houston’s experience during the 2026 FIFA World Cup offers five operational lessons for emergency managers preparing for large-scale, multiagency events. Years of regional collaboration and preparedness helped establish a strong foundation. Learn how success ultimately depended on agencies adapting to changing conditions while sustaining essential community services. Now to the featured article.

This is an article by Tonya Thornton, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, November 4, 2026. When communications networks fail, consequences can cascade through critical infrastructure and turn a localized disruption into a regional crisis. Preparing for that possibility means having backup capabilities ready before disaster strikes. Learn how coordination between government and private industry can help restore connectivity and keep essential operations running when conventional systems go down. Now to the featured article.

In this episode of Domestic Preparedness: The Podcast, host Nicolette Phillips and Editor-in-Chief Cathy Feinman sit down with Chief Pete Jensen, chairman of the International Association of Fire Chiefs Hazmat Committee and member of the NFPA 470 Committee, to discuss the evolving challenges facing hazardous materials response. Drawing on decades of experience, Jensen explores the importance of unified command, mutual aid partnerships, hazmat training, and emerging risks tied to transportation and advanced energy storage technologies. He also offers insights into the future of NFPA 470, workforce readiness, and how responders can play a larger role in shaping the next generation of hazmat preparedness.

This is an article by Joseph Hendry, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, October 28, 2026. Reviews of active assailant incidents reveal persistent operational shortcomings that can undermine response efforts and recovery. Learn about NFPA 3000, which provides a community-wide framework to turn lessons from past tragedies into more effective preparedness and response. Now to the featured article.

This is an article by Ines Bebea and Ashleigh Holmes, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, October 28, 2026. Over three decades, New York City Emergency Management has transformed emergency response through mobile technology and resilient digital networks. These advances have strengthened public warnings and field operations but also introduce cybersecurity risks and challenges to public trust and responder well-being. The agency’s experience highlights the need to balance innovation with resilience. Now to the featured article.

In this episode of Domestic Preparedness: The Podcast, host Nicolette Phillips and Editor-in-Chief Cathy Feinman sit down with David Brossette and Herschel Sova of Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions to discuss the critical role connectivity plays in emergency response. Drawing on their experience supporting public safety agencies, FirstNet deployments, and disaster recovery operations, they explore lessons learned from Hurricane Beryl, the Smokehouse Creek Fire, and other large-scale incidents where communication failures created operational challenges. The conversation highlights how 5G, satellite communications, and emerging network technologies are helping agencies build more resilient, interoperable communications systems before disaster strikes.

In this episode of Domestic Preparedness: The Podcast, host Nicolette Phillips sits down with veteran hazardous materials responder and instructor Alan Finkelstein to discuss the realities of hazmat response, training, and leadership. Drawing on more than four decades in fire service and hazardous materials operations, Finkelstein shares lessons on risk assessment, chemistry, responder readiness, and the importance of building professional networks before an emergency occurs. He also offers practical advice for the next generation of hazmat technicians and leaders seeking to strengthen their capabilities in an increasingly complex threat environment.

This is an article by Aaron Clark-Ginsberg, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, October 21, 2026. Operational technology disruptions challenge emergency managers to adapt their practices to unfamiliar technical and organizational environments. Learn how understanding these systems can help them develop more effective risk management strategies. Now to the featured article.

This is an article by Carter C. Price, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, October 21, 2026. Artificial intelligence will transform work in public and private sectors, but predictions about which jobs will disappear often outpace the evidence. For critical sectors, policymakers should preserve human capabilities and essential knowledge so that vital services remain even if forecasts about AI’s impact prove wrong. Learn about one approach to create a reserve force of critical workers who can maintain essential skills and knowledge. Now to the featured article.

In this episode of Domestic Preparedness: The Podcast, host Nicolette Phillips and Editor-in-Chief Cathy Feinman sit down with preparedness technology entrepreneur Justin Snair to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping emergency management, public health preparedness, and exercise design. Drawing on more than two decades of experience spanning military service, public health, research, consulting, and technology development, Snair discusses the opportunities and risks of AI adoption, the importance of ethical implementation, and why agencies should focus on solving real problems rather than adopting technology for its own sake. He also explains where AI can meaningfully improve preparedness and training, and where human judgment must remain at the center of decision-making.

This is an article by Ari Meisel, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, October 14, 2026. EMS agencies face growing call volumes and rising costs while traditional funding models struggle to keep pace. Learn how diversified funding streams can reduce financial risk and help agencies sustain reliable service without tying response levels to a resident’s ability to pay. Now to the featured article.

This is an article by Curtis Walters, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, October 14, 2026. As drone threats increase, maintaining airspace awareness gives critical infrastructure organizations the ability to assess threats and make informed decisions. Learn how building that awareness has become a continuity of operations imperative for facilities essential to society. Now to the featured article.

This is an article by Scott Johnson, an Article Out Loud from Domestic Preparedness, October 7, 2026. When emergency communications fail during severe weather, the consequences can quickly put lives and public trust at risk. Redundancy helps public safety systems stay operational when power or communication links are disrupted. Learn about three strategies that can strengthen emergency communications and keep first responders connected when disasters strike. Now to the featured article.

In this episode of Domestic Preparedness: The Podcast, host Nicolette Phillips and Editor-in-Chief Cathy Feinman sit down with Benjamin White, a communications technology specialist with extensive experience supporting public safety and critical infrastructure connectivity. White discusses the realities of disaster communications, from cellular network congestion and infrastructure failures to the growing role of 5G, hybrid networks, and low Earth orbit satellite systems in emergency response. He also shares practical advice for agencies of all sizes on testing connectivity, identifying coverage gaps, and building resilient communications plans before disaster strikes.

In this episode of Domestic Preparedness: The Podcast, host Nicolette Phillips and Editor-in-Chief Cathy Feinman sit down with Corpus Christi Emergency Management Coordinator Jace Johnson and Oceans and Wildlife Institute Emergency Management Manager Mike Griffin to discuss the partnerships, planning, and communication strategies that strengthen disaster preparedness. Drawing on decades of experience in emergency response, hurricane operations, Coast Guard missions, and international disaster relief, they explore lessons from Hurricane Milton, the challenges of combating misinformation, and the critical role of regional collaboration before, during, and after a crisis. The conversation highlights why effective preparedness depends on trusted relationships, clear public messaging, and a commitment to continuous improvement.