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Article Out Loud – FINAL REPORT: Preparedness Goals Associated with the Nuclear Threat

Vayl S. Oxford October 4, 2023

In 2011 and 2012, Domestic Preparedness conducted a nationwide survey followed by an executive briefing to discuss preparedness gaps and goals associated with a nuclear threat. Some gaps still exist.

The Emerging Nuclear Threat Environment

Vayl S. Oxford April 16, 2014

The changing conditions in the Middle East and North Africa, the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan and Iraq, and the impact of Iran’s nuclear program each have serious national security implications. To mitigate the emerging nuclear threat, agencies at all levels of government should perform five critical actions.

FINAL REPORT: Preparedness Goals Associated with the Nuclear Threat

Vayl S. Oxford May 8, 2012

In 2011, the world witnessed the devastating effects after Mother Nature triggered an accidental “nuclear attack” on Japan. That incident offers a glimpse of what could happen following a deliberate nuclear attack on U.S. soil. On 2 May 2012, Vayl Oxford led a distinguished panel of experts in New York

Needed: A Comprehensive Nuclear Forensics and Attribution Act

Vayl S. Oxford June 30, 2010

U.S. homeland-security capabilities have improved immensely over the past decade. But there are still too many gaps – in funding, in legislative authority, and in the dwindling pool of career-minded nuclear scientists and engineers. A distinguished former DNDO official discusses some important steps the executive and legislative branches of government can take to

Vayl Oxford, Director, Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), Department of Homeland Security

Vayl S. Oxford October 25, 2006

Domestic Preparedness met with Vayl Oxford, Director, Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), Department of Homeland Security to discuss his views on the Iranian and North Korean nuclear programs, the DNDO partnerships with state and local agencies, and a broad spectrum of forward-looking R&D programs and initiatives.

Vayl Oxford, Director, Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), Department of Homeland Security

Vayl S. Oxford October 25, 2006

Oxford’s views on the Iranian and North Korean nuclear programs, the DNDO partnerships with state and local agencies, and a broad spectrum of forward-looking R&D programs and initiatives.

Vayl Oxford, Acting Director of the DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection

Vayl S. Oxford and John F. Morton August 10, 2005

His views on the office’s mission, interfaces with other agencies, and the future development of a global nuclear-detection architecture.

Vayl Oxford, Acting Director of the DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection

Vayl S. Oxford and John F. Morton August 10, 2005

His views on the office’s mission, interfaces with other agencies, and the future development of a global nuclear-detection architecture.

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Article Out Loud – Five Steps Toward Enhancing Climate Resilience

November 21, 2023

Many communities have been impacted by “acute climate shocks” such as wildfires, hurricanes, floods, heatwaves, and severe winter storms – resulting in the loss of lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure. The five steps shared in this 2018 article can help enhance climate resilience.

Article Out Loud – Ten Winter Issues Every City Should Address

November 15, 2023

After Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow in February 2014, the National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory affected at least 26 states. Current plans still need to consider these 10 recommendations.

Article Out Loud – Case Study: Influenza Preparedness in Marin County

November 14, 2023

How prepared are counties to manage the current influenza season? Revisit this 2009 case study to learn how one county in California assessed its public health threats as cases of influenza and H1N1 rose.

Article Out Loud – Virginia – Using Social Media the Right Way

November 8, 2023

Social media platforms may have changed, but the message in this 2014 article remain the same. Find ways to share life-saving information and engage the public through innovative and interesting means.

Article Out Loud – Looking Ahead at Increasingly Frequent Unpredictable Weather

November 1, 2023

Deadly blizzards and violent tornado outbreaks recently occurred in areas that do not typically experience these events. Preparedness and response technologies can help manage the onslaught of unique weather emergencies and severe climate conditions.

Article Out Loud – Emerging Technologies, Part 5 – Legal and Privacy Concerns

November 1, 2023

This is Part 5 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on the legal and privacy concerns with emerging technologies.

Article Out Loud – Resilient Communities – More Thank Just Grit

November 1, 2023

COVID-19 tested each community’s resilience against that and other simultaneous threats. This 2017 article points out, though, that improving preparedness and response capabilities requires more than just grit.

Article Out Loud – The Race to Interoperability

November 1, 2023

The Boston Marathon Bombing demonstrated the dedication, commitment, and strength of those who responded that day. The lessons learned from that event continue to strengthen community resilience as participants gather to focus on building interoperability within and between jurisdictions.

Article Out Loud – Local Security: The Forgotten Factor in Relief Operations

November 1, 2023

By Joseph W. Trindal, An Article Out Loud Flashback from Domestic Preparedness, originally published on February 24, 2010. The 2010 earthquake in Haiti exposed many weaknesses in the local infrastructure. Learn how security gaps and concerns presented even more problems for the relief effort. Narrated by Elisa DeLeon. Listen

Article Out Loud – A Failure To Over-Communicate

November 1, 2023

By Terry Hastings, An Article Out Loud Flashback from Domestic Preparedness, originally published on May 10, 2017. Emergency managers (and others) often fail to fully engage and educate the whole community. This 2017 article discusses the need to over-communicate and explore new ways to educate people. Narrated by Elisa

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Article Out Loud – FINAL REPORT: Preparedness Goals Associated with the Nuclear Threat

The Emerging Nuclear Threat Environment

FINAL REPORT: Preparedness Goals Associated with the Nuclear Threat

Needed: A Comprehensive Nuclear Forensics and Attribution Act

Vayl Oxford, Director, Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), Department of Homeland Security

Vayl Oxford, Director, Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), Department of Homeland Security

Vayl Oxford, Acting Director of the DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection

Vayl Oxford, Acting Director of the DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection

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Article Out Loud – Five Steps Toward Enhancing Climate Resilience

Article Out Loud – Ten Winter Issues Every City Should Address

Article Out Loud – Case Study: Influenza Preparedness in Marin County

Article Out Loud – Virginia – Using Social Media the Right Way

Article Out Loud – Looking Ahead at Increasingly Frequent Unpredictable Weather

Article Out Loud – Emerging Technologies, Part 5 – Legal and Privacy Concerns

Article Out Loud – Resilient Communities – More Thank Just Grit

Article Out Loud – The Race to Interoperability

Article Out Loud – Local Security: The Forgotten Factor in Relief Operations

Article Out Loud – A Failure To Over-Communicate

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