GAO Report on FEMA Workforce
This report from the Government Accountability Office examined previously identified challenges within the Federal Emergency Management Agency workforce. The report provides insight, analysis, and recommendations for FEMA’s biggest obstacles, such as staffing shortages workforce qualifications, and staff development.


Tsunami Science and Technology Issues for the United States
This National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Science Advisory Board report on the state of tsunami warning centers, forecasts, and monitoring offers eight recommendations for strengthening tsunami operations in the United States, including stringent advice on better integrating warning protocols among federal, state, local, and tribal governments.


Southern Rockies Fire Science Network
The Southern Rockies Fire Science Network is a regional coalition of policy makers, emergency managers, scientists, and citizens working to apply credible fire science to land use management. Their website provides research and publications, upcoming events, and fire maps and models that can help guide decision-making in multiple fire environments.


A Guide to Compassionate and Empathetic Dialogue
Disasters are distressing, even for those trained to manage and respond to them. This guide was created to help emergency personnel communicate with community members and others involved in response and recovery in a way that is compassionate, recognizes cumulative trauma, and promotes positive mental health practices.