Champions of Change: Disaster Preparedness
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Sixteen local leaders who prepare their communities for disaster and build a more resilient nation are honored as Champions of Change at the White House. These men and women have demonstrated significant innovation and creativity in working to get their communities ready for the unexpected and embraced the approach of involving all members of th... Read more
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- -: Champions of Change: Disaster Preparedness
January 20, 2012 (over 12 years ago)Sixteen local leaders who prepare their communities for disaster and build a more resilient nation are honored as Champions of Change at the White House. These men and women have demonstrated significant innovation and creativity in working to get their communities ready for the unexpected and em...
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- -: Michael Pritchard makes filthy water drinkable
August 4, 2009 (over 14 years ago)http://www.ted.com Too much of the world lacks access to clean drinking water. Engineer Michael Pritchard did something about it -- inventing the portable Lifesaver filter, which can make the most revolting water drinkable in seconds. An amazing demo from TEDGlobal 2009. TEDTalks is a daily vide...
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- -: TEDxPeachtree - John Copenhaver - Crisis Rethink
November 21, 2011 (over 12 years ago)From earthquakes, tsunamis and tornadoes to oil spills, the threat to the world's communities has never been greater. With national and regional resources dwindling, how do communities re-learn the lessons of self-sufficient resilience? What must happen to reframe emergency preparedness and go ba...
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- -: President Obama Offers Condolences and Support for Japan
March 17, 2011 (about 13 years ago)President Obama visits the Japanese Embassy where he signs a book of condolence for those affected by the earthquake and tsunami and offers the support and assistance of the United States as Japan rebuilds. March 17, 2011.
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- -: Standing with Japan
March 17, 2011 (about 13 years ago)President Obama provides an update on the situation in Japan following earthquakes and a tsunami and says the United States is committed to providing support and helping Japan recover and rebuild. March 17, 2011.
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- -: A Commitment to Communities Hit by Tornadoes
April 30, 2011 (about 13 years ago)President Obama says that the Federal Government will help communities across the Southeast rebuild after touring areas devastated by tornadoes and meeting with families in Tuscaloosa, AL. April 29, 2011.
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- -: President Obama Tours Tornado-Damaged Areas
April 30, 2011 (about 13 years ago)President Obama is joined by First Lady Michelle Obama and local, state and Federal officials, as he tours areas devastated by tornadoes and severe storms in Alabama. April 29, 2011.
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