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What Have We Learned since September 11, 2001? A Network Study of the Boston Marathon Bombings Response
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In this article, the authors assess the effectiveness of interorganizational coordination and collaboration in response to the Boston Marathon bombings by applying a social network analysis to compare the disaster response networks embodied in formal disaster preparedness plans with the actual response networks.Abstract:
In light of recent disasters, it is evident that more research is needed to understand how organizations can effectively coordinate disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts. This research assesses the effectiveness of interorganizational coordination and collaboration in response to the Boston Marathon bombings. After reviewing the major changes in federal emergency management policies and frameworks since September 11, 2001, this article applies a social network analysis to compare the disaster response networks embodied in formal disaster preparedness plans with the actual response networks. Data come from content analyses of the Boston Emergency Operations Plan, national and local newspaper articles, after-action reports, and situation reports. The timely response to the bombings is attributable to long-term institutionalized planning efforts; multiple platforms established for frequent interorganizational interactions through formal plans, training, and exercises prior to disasters; and an integrated communication system.read more
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
TL;DR: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assists states and localities overwhelmed by, or at risk from, disasters as discussed by the authors, and co-ordinates emergency management activities and planning for the continuity of government should national security be threatened.
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TL;DR: In accordance with 44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) for FEMA, Subpart B, Agency Implementing Procedures, Part 109, an Environmental Assessment (EA) was prepared Pursuant to Section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as implemented by the regulations promulgated by the President's Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ; 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508) The purpose of the proposed project is to build a new fire station for the City of Munford, Tennessee Fire Department in Shelby County, Tennessee as discussed by the authors.
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Collaboration and Leadership for Effective Emergency Management
William L. Waugh,Gregory Streib +1 more
TL;DR: In this article, the structure of the American emergency management system, the chart development of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and conflicts arising from the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and the attempt to impose a command and control system on a very collaborative organizational culture in a collaborative sociopolitical and legal context are discussed.
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Crisis Management in Hindsight: Cognition, Communication, Coordination, and Control
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Interagency Communication Networks During Emergencies: Boundary Spanners in Multiagency Coordination
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