Call for Presentations
Disaster Resistant University Workshop
UNO-CHART
Deadline: November 2, 2012
The University of New Orleans Center for Hazards Assessment, Response, and Technology is accepting abstracts of presentations for the 2013 Disaster Resistant University Workshop to be held March 20-22 in New Orleans. Presenters should submit abstracts of 250 words or less describing the presentation and how it relates to this year’s theme of linking mitigation and resilience. Complete guidelines and a required cover sheet are available on the presentation Web page.
Call for Participation
Outdoor Warning System Survey
University of Oklahoma and Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Deadline: November 15, 2012
Drs. Bill Donner and Jerry Brotzge are requesting that emergency personnel working with outdoor warning systems complete a survey to assess the current state of technology and policy regarding warning sirens. The purpose of the survey is to understand regional variability and policy considerations in siren networks nationwide.
Call for Nominations
Board of Directors
International Association of Wildland Fire
Deadline: November 25, 2012
The International Association of Wildland Fire is accepting nominations for its Board of Directors. Terms are for three years and require a minimum time commitment of several hours per month. Candidates should be a member of IAWF and have expertise in wildland fire suppression, prevention, research, equipment, or other related subjects.