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We have a few chances for some strong to severe thunderstorms coming up over the next few days. The first is a low risk for a strong/severe storm or two in far western MA/CT Friday afternoon. 🌩️

One week away, still time to register! Free @CostepMA webinar “Not If, But When: Navigating Climate Change and Protecting Cultural Assets in MA” Oct 3 at 12pm ET us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… Learn about developing a #ClimateAction plan to protect your collections & historic buildings

It's week four of #EmergencyPreparednessMonth! Keep an eye out and follow along as MEMA continues to share important tips and information about how you and your family can stay safe during disasters and emergencies. Here’s a quick recap of last week's tips. #ReadyMA

As we enter the most active part of hurricane season & we see extreme weather events taking place across the country, here are some helpful resources to have on hand before, during, & after an emergency! A 🧵 [1/5]

The Heritage Emergency National Task Force (HENTF) is committed to expanding training for US cultural stewards, first responders, & emergency managers to better prepare them to work together to address emergencies & disasters that affect cultural institutions & historic sites

Heritage Emergency and Response Training (HEART) Call for Applications! The deadline to submit your application is Thursday, September 26, 11:59 pm EDT culturalrescue.si.edu/heritage-emerg… @SmithsonianCRI #emergencypreparedness #EmergencyResponse #CulturalHeritage

There's still time to register! Preservation in a Changing Climate Conference: Sept 18 In-person event hosted by the City of Salem & Salem Preservation Partners - to address impacts of #ClimateChange on historic buildings, landscapes and neighborhoods pem.org/events/preserv…

Download an emergency preparedness app for your smartphone. One suggestion is the FEMA app which includes weather alerts, safety tips, and more: fema.gov/about/news-mul… #ReadyMA

dplan.org #dPlan #dPlanArtsReady #CulturalHeritage #DisasterPreparedness #DisasterPlanning #EmergencyPreparedness #EmergencyResponse

#HurricaneSeason isn’t over yet! Check out NEDCC’s Disaster Assistance page for fire and water damage resources, expert preparedness tips, and a list of trusted institutions ready to assist you: nedcc.org/free-resources…. #CulturalHeritage #CulturalPreservation

Join us to learn about about how cultural institutions in Mass. can develop a climate action plan to protect their collections and the historic buildings they are stored in. Presenters will highlight available resources, planning opportunities, and case studies. #ClimateAction

(FREE!) @CostepMA WEBINAR REGISTRATION OPEN — “Not If, But When: Navigating Climate Change and Protecting Cultural Assets in MA” – October 3, 2024 at 12pm EST To Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Job opportunity! We're seeking a full-time staff member to oversee development & administration of emergency preparedness & response programming & resources. Position may be Coordinator or Manager level & may be fully remote, hybrid, or in-office in DC: culturalheritage.org/employment

Preservation in a Changing Climate Conference: Sept 18, 2024 Hosted by the City of Salem & Salem Preservation Partners - focusing on mitigation and adaptation strategies that address the impacts of climate on historic buildings, landscapes & neighborhoods. pem.org/events/preserv…

VACDaRN Day of Learning: For artists, event organizers, & keepers of cultural records. This day will provide inspiration, a sense of community, and practical tips for building disaster resilience. Sept. 17, 9-5:30 ET Learn more & register: vermontartscouncil.org/programs/disas… @VTArtsCouncil

A heat advisory has been declared in the City of Boston from Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 3. boston.gov/news/mayor-wu-…

Join AIC & @HumanitiesAll in calling on your representatives to support the NEH! Tell your Member of Congress that you oppose this proposed amendment cutting funding to NEH. Learn more & use this quick form to express the importance of NEH to your reps: p2a.co/MpLrUJW

#HurricanePrepWeek Hurricane evacuation zones are areas known to be particularly prone to storm surge flooding. If you had to evac do you have a plan? MEMA Agency Met. Michael Souza explains how to learn if either your home/workplace lies within an evac zone. #ReadyMA @NWSBoston

Boston Green Ribbon Commission’s Collaborative Climate Action Planning program reduces barriers to taking organizational climate action, and helps an institution develop a climate action plan for no cost! Apply now through Aug. 1st: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… @BosGreenRibbon

[Important Heat Safety Tips] Given the dangerous heat & humidity that are on tap beginning Tue and continuing through Fri...here are some Important Safety Tips.