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Supply Chain Disruption
As we begin a new year at NSPA, our theme will revolve around the conversation of Supply Chain Disruptions. It's important to understand what potential scenarios can arise and develop plans to help respond. Chelsea Treboniak with Critical Ops presented this subject at the Annual Regional Workshop we hosted in May. She painted the picture ... Read more...
MCI Trailer Inventory
On Friday, June 14th, NSPA and Carilion Staff conducted a complete inspection and inventory of the Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Trailer being maintained by Carilion-Roanoke Memorial Hospital. This is an important asset that can be deployed in the region when needed. Cots, med kits, work gloves, blood pressure cuffs, wind-up flashlights, a generator and several ... Read more...
2019 Annual Regional Workshop Success!
This month we hosted our 2019 Annual Regional Workshop. Held at the end of the fiscal year for our partners to be able to bring some Emergency Management insights back to their organizations. This year we had two guest speakers: Riverside Health System and Chelsea Treboniak from Critical Ops. Riverside Health Systems gave an insightful ... Read more...
Mental Health First Aid for Fire & EMS
Earlier this month, NSPA had the opportunity to deliver a new training course in our region – Mental Health First Aid for Fire/EMS Course. In 2017, more firefighters died by suicide than in the Line of Duty. The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) curriculum was first offered in the United States in 2008. A group ... Read more...
NEW! Catastrophic Surge & Evacuation Project
As part of our efforts in January 2019, the Near Southwest Preparedness Alliance applied for an additional funding opportunity available from the Virginia Department of Health. I am pleased to announce that NSPA was selected for this opportunity to conduct a Regional Catastrophic Surge Capacity and Evacuations Needs Assessment project within acute care and critical ... Read more...
Roanoke City Public Schools Active Threat Exercise
“Having a working relationship with NSPA prior to a disaster is critical. Knowing NSPA staff and the resource capabilities of the agency is important to insure emergency responders are able to provide services when supplies, equipment and personnel may be limited.” – Marci Stone, Deputy Chief of Roanoke Fire-EMS NSPA was invited to be a ... Read more...
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