Cultures of Preparedness 2019 Conference Program:
Black Swans, Dragon Kings and Supernova
A. Nuclear and radiological threats - the consequences of the unexpected.
B. Can nuclear solutions mitigate global warming?
Saturday, October 26th, 2019
Check-in
Pastries and Beverages served
8:15 AM
9:00 AM: Conference Opening
Opening Remarks by Major General Patrick A. Murphy
NYS Commissioner of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services.
Sheltering Operations: Understanding Access and Functional Needs
Companion Animal Sheltering
First Responder Mental Health
Keeping Children Engaged in Shelters
Importance of Spiritual Care during Emergencies
National Weather Service: “Creating a Weather-Ready Nation”
FEMA’s 2018 - 2022 Strategic Plan
“Black Swans, Dragon Kings and Supernovae”
Tedd Weyman
CPR and Stop the Bleed Skills Practice
Conclusion with Lunch
2:00 PM
This a tentative program and includes Presentations for the general public at the Niagara University, Lewiston, NY, 4th Floor, St.Vincent's Hall