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Fuel Distribution
2 comments for Idea: Fuel DistributionWork on legislation to give tax break/credit to fuel stations that install emergency generators to run their pumps. Make this nation wide. Where is the next disaster going to hit? Require all new stations including any that are replacing tanks to install the generators.
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Submit to media more about storm efforts.
Add your comment for Idea: Submit to media more about storm efforts.I would like to see more stories in the media about coordinated storm clean-up and rescue. I want to see what government agency plans are and information about where to go and what relief is happening, Recommend that the Pesident stops all campaigning and is shown more involved with storm efforts, this will help with re-elction.
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Ice in plastic bottle
1 comment for Idea: Ice in plastic bottlefrozen expandable plastic jug w/ straw for drinking water as ice melts. No water in ice chest ruining food. Dual use from ice
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Navy ship with supplies
2 comments for Idea: Navy ship with suppliesLarge navy ship on east and west coast and gulf near New orleans to respond to disasters
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Re-building from Hurricane Sandy using green concepts
Question:...the rebuilding from hurricane sandy devastation needs to happen not only with haste but also with green concepts for reconstructions...scientists are and have been stating global warming/greenhouse gases are a cause of storms like this, of great magnitude, and if measures can be taken to re-build with green concepts it will have a tremendous impact now and for the future of the environment and the earth...please, ...more »
2 comments for Idea: Re-building from Hurricane Sandy using green conceptsQuestion:...the rebuilding from hurricane sandy devastation needs to happen not only with haste but also with green concepts for reconstructions...scientists are and have been stating global warming/greenhouse gases are a cause of storms like this, of great magnitude, and if measures can be taken to re-build with green concepts it will have a tremendous impact now and for the future of the environment and the earth...please, please, take some moments pointing your attention not only to the need to use industrial hemp in rebuilding but also to the growing global awareness on such massive benefits of industrial hemp in general...this cause needs to gain forefront attention ...more devastation from weather and fire and flooding are likely to occur in our future....the time is now and the rebuilding due to this storm is an opportune example for industrial hemp's potential...hempcrete and other industrial hemp products CAN be imported thus costly...but the more it is used the more beneficial for all...like an investment in our environment's future...below are links to begin research for yourselves...
http://www.hemphasis.net/Building/building.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hemp
http://panacea-bocaf.org/hempproduction.htm
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/10/hempcrete-hemp-house_n_1506662.html
where to buy hempcrete: http://www.hemptechnology.co.uk/hemcrete.htm
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Helping those that lost it all.
My idea is not new, just pushing it along. In a time of crisis you have to pool together the ideas of everyone to come to the easiest solution for a problem that can help everyone. There are a number of companies around the world that create modular homes from shipping containers. These are extremely safe homes that can withstand hurricanes and tsunamis as well as affordable for single family units (approx $30,000 - $40,000 ...more »
2 comments for Idea: Helping those that lost it all.My idea is not new, just pushing it along. In a time of crisis you have to pool together the ideas of everyone to come to the easiest solution for a problem that can help everyone. There are a number of companies around the world that create modular homes from shipping containers. These are extremely safe homes that can withstand hurricanes and tsunamis as well as affordable for single family units (approx $30,000 - $40,000 retail) fully livable on delivery with access to public utilities. You can set up locations and offer families shelter in a city structure (http://www.containercity.com/) in a matter of days or weeks, not months. These units can then be relocated as necessary because they are made to move as needed.I really hope that someone in your office takes the time to investigate this idea.
Keep up the great work!
Sincerely,
No One Special
"If they think you're a quack, you're on the right track."
- ELB
"The world is full of obvious things which nobody by any chance ever observes."
-http://sherlockholmesquotes.com/
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gas delivery not dependat on electricty
Add your comment for Idea: gas delivery not dependat on electrictyin the twentys gas pumps had a visibable cylender that masyred the amount nof gas that was despenced this could work with the proper safety grivity from the gas tanker by gravity . with out even a station in volved maby under the drection of national garud for safety this would preclude the huge problem of gas distrbution food for thought
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Bring Comfort through Music
Though I am not an expert on this subject, I believe people need routines and new hope for those who are hurting after any disaster. I am especially concerned with the affects of this disaster on children. Can churches or the Salvation Army set up outdoor masses to bring some sort of routine to people? There could be inspirational songs to sing and live music to help sooth hurting hearts. A chorus of the youth could ...more »
2 comments for Idea: Bring Comfort through MusicThough I am not an expert on this subject, I believe people need routines and new hope for those who are hurting after any disaster. I am especially concerned with the affects of this disaster on children.
Can churches or the Salvation Army set up outdoor masses to bring some sort of routine to people? There could be inspirational songs to sing and live music to help sooth hurting hearts.
A chorus of the youth could be organized. They could practice singing songs of hope and inspiration on a daily basis. Then they could sing these songs at emergency shelters, among other places.
There is something soothing about the sounds of bells. Perhaps, the Salvation Army could organize talented bell ringers at places like the emergency shelters, as well. Perhaps these bells could be rung with the choruses. This may help cheer up hurting hearts.
There are many quotes about courage, inspiration and HOPE. For example, "Hope never abandons you, you abandon it." Another, "while there's life, there's hope." Can the Salvation Army produce and distribute inspirational quoted shirts for both kids and adults alike? Can some EMTs wear a few of these newly printed shirts that have these quotes on them. Perhaps, these shirts could be made by the youth. A generator could be brought in to do this. And this same generator could help heat that same building these kids are practicing music. Are there other ideas out there to bring comfort to those who are hurting? Or am I missing something?
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Drinkable Air Atmospheric Water Generators
1 comment for Idea: Drinkable Air Atmospheric Water GeneratorsObtaining fresh, purified drinking water in disaster areas.
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AWGs from Drinkable Air
A company down in Florida makes these AWGs, Atmospheric Water Generators, that provide pure clean water from the humidity in the air. They come in sizes from producing 8 gallons daily to 1000s of gallons daily. I think they can even be designed to run on solar power. FEMA should consider purchasing at least one unit to see how it easily it can be transported and set up for operation whenever and wherever the water source ...more »
2 comments for Idea: AWGs from Drinkable AirA company down in Florida makes these AWGs, Atmospheric Water Generators, that provide pure clean water from the humidity in the air. They come in sizes from producing 8 gallons daily to 1000s of gallons daily. I think they can even be designed to run on solar power.
FEMA should consider purchasing at least one unit to see how it easily it can be transported and set up for operation whenever and wherever the water source has been compromised.
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Sandy Flooding Relief
Please consider the option of deploying the WW2 Duck Boats which are now being used for guided tours in Cities like Boston and Baltimore. These are privately owned, I believe, however, there is a motor vehicle requirement that will force the real WW2 "Duck Boats" to be retired soon, and only reproductions will be permitted on our roadways. Please work to capture these for use by National Guard in event of natural disasters ...more »
Add your comment for Idea: Sandy Flooding ReliefPlease consider the option of deploying the WW2 Duck Boats which are now being used for guided tours in Cities like Boston and Baltimore. These are privately owned, I believe, however, there is a motor vehicle requirement that will force the real WW2 "Duck Boats" to be retired soon, and only reproductions will be permitted on our roadways. Please work to capture these for use by National Guard in event of natural disasters such as Sandy. Perhaps the Federal Govnt could hire the boats and/or driver tour guides to assist in areas like Hoboken, NJ. These vehicles are sturdy, amphibious, and have unique capabilities...once retired, they still have a useful life and role to play.
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temporary housing
Dear Fema I have been trying with FEMA for funding to manufacture temporary housing units .These units would be made using 20' & 40 ' steel connex shipping containers. These units will be furnished with R.V. componets , to conserve on space. They can be shipped on flat bed trailers or trains. No foundations needed. Units can be self contained or connected to local utilities . Units come with all utilities fixtures ...more »
12 comments for Idea: temporary housingDear Fema I have been trying with FEMA for funding to manufacture temporary housing units .These units would be made using 20' & 40 ' steel connex shipping containers. These units will be furnished with R.V. componets , to conserve on space. They can be shipped on flat bed trailers or trains. No foundations needed. Units can be self contained or connected to local utilities . Units come with all utilities fixtures such as sink, shower , commode , etc. A/C , heat , kitchen , beds etc. Highly insulated and efficient . Units can be stacked and shipped on cargo carriers for international use. These units would be very durable and reusable for many years to come. Better quality construction and durability then trailers. My application is under Troy Burleigh ( tburleigh777 ) . Thank you for your Time
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Keeping C.E.R.T. members motivated and Involved
Hello All! We are a small rural community in a greater, area of smaller communities. Wildfires and earthquakes are our major concerns. We have had our CERT team in operation since 2003. We have had about 500 citizens graduate our CERT academy. Yet, looking at the numbers, in 10 years of community activities, we have less than TWO PERCENT of the local population CERTified! It is my view that e-v-e-r-y-o-n-e in the community ...more »
5 comments for Idea: Keeping C.E.R.T. members motivated and InvolvedHello All!
We are a small rural community in a greater, area of smaller communities. Wildfires and earthquakes are our major concerns. We have had our CERT team in operation since 2003. We have had about 500 citizens graduate our CERT academy. Yet, looking at the numbers, in 10 years of community activities, we have less than TWO PERCENT of the local population CERTified! It is my view that e-v-e-r-y-o-n-e in the community should know about CERT. You may not wish to join us or even agree with us, but when the next disaster occurs, NO ONE will be able to honestly say, "I didn't know..." or "I wasn't aware", or "No one told me."
We have a dozen or so community functions that CERT attends each year. We have CERT literature available and a sign up sheet for those interested. We have Spanish literature, for those who prefer to use it instead.
Each October, our local fire stations [four in number] have open houses which we also attend. Hand out literature and sign up sheets are there for those interested.
Folks graduate from our CERT academy and then we never see them again. We contact them, informing them of local drills, classes [CPR, Haz-Mat, county drills etc.] and get little, if any response.
It's a little daunting and occasionally disheartening to see the same 8 "staff member" faces and 20 "regular member" faces at meetings and functions these past few years.
How do YOU folks motivate and KEEP your CERT members involved to take the additional classes?
Many thanks!
Joaquin Tall
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Water Linking System
I didn't see anything relating to water issues and needs in case of a "lack" of water availability which could potentially become an issue in the U.S. It could cause people to panic, hoard, and possibly riot if an issue arose where it's use from the tap is no longer available due to some type of emergency in the future. In actuality, I had a dream where this occurred. It then got me wondering whether or not we had a controlled ...more »
1 comment for Idea: Water Linking SystemI didn't see anything relating to water issues and needs in case of a "lack" of water availability which could potentially become an issue in the U.S. It could cause people to panic, hoard, and possibly riot if an issue arose where it's use from the tap is no longer available due to some type of emergency in the future. In actuality, I had a dream where this occurred. It then got me wondering whether or not we had a controlled water linking system available in the U.S. A dream is just a dream. But, the thought of being prepared ahead of time is a very good idea. You need to look at all of the aquifers available in the United States and find a way to link each aquifer in such a controlled format underground, etc.. that it would enable water to be safely transferred from one aquifer location to another. I am speaking of some sort of underground linking system created and monitored so that people would not have to go without water on a Statewide level if an emergency occurred. This definitely would be a system controlled city by city. But, at least water would be available to sustain communities in time of need. Get on it now people!
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We will have Power Failures – People will Burn Candles
I am the first to agree that flashlights and light sticks are the preferred form of emergency lighting. The difficulty with most homes and emergency kits is their ability to provide lighting on a long term basis -24/48/72 hours or 10 days. This is why Kevin’s Kandles are an ideal tool for emergency and disaster preparedness. - 15,000+ accidental candle fires are reported in the USA each year. Kevin's Kandles ...more »
3 comments for Idea: We will have Power Failures – People will Burn CandlesI am the first to agree that flashlights and light sticks are the preferred form of emergency lighting. The difficulty with most homes and emergency kits is their ability to provide lighting on a long term basis -24/48/72 hours or 10 days. This is why Kevin’s Kandles are an ideal tool for emergency and disaster preparedness.
- 15,000+ accidental candle fires are reported in the USA each year. Kevin's Kandles greatly reduce this risk for your family and your community. They help eliminate the "Stupid Factor" when people run out of batteries during extended power failures and "get creative" with their illumination.
In North America, 4% of residential fires are candle related. A majority of the deaths and injuries occur during power failures and in houses where the electricity has been disconnected.
- Again, this is why Kevin’s Kandles are such a great tool for Emergency and Disaster Preparedness. They are Much Safer than traditional candles, Convenient, Inexpensive and Environmentally Friendly. If a Kevin's Kandle is left unattended - it will go out; if it is tipped over - it will go out!
-Each pack of Kevin's Kandles manufactured in the USA, contains 100 - 10 hour candles. A carton measures 15 x 15 x 20”, weighs 25 pounds and contains 500 packs of Kevin’s Kandles. That’s a potential of 50,000 - 10 hour candles!
To view the demonstration video and learn more visit www.asafercandle.com
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Using OCR Software Handwriting Recognition for FNSS
After reading a case study on Special Needs Evacuations from Gulf Coast Hurricanes, written by an associate professor at the Harvard Kennedy School, I was surprised by the difficulty organizing and sharing mass paperwork in tracking family members with special needs. I would like to recommend looking into OCR Software and various forms of secure file-sharing technology. OCR Software uses “intelligent character recognition,” ...more »
1 comment for Idea: Using OCR Software Handwriting Recognition for FNSSAfter reading a case study on Special Needs Evacuations from Gulf Coast Hurricanes, written by an associate professor at the Harvard Kennedy School, I was surprised by the difficulty organizing and sharing mass paperwork in tracking family members with special needs. I would like to recommend looking into OCR Software and various forms of secure file-sharing technology. OCR Software uses “intelligent character recognition,” and patients could have their paperwork scanned into a computer or Ipad, the document would instantly be converted into a text form, and key words could be used to sort the document into files. The paperwork would immediately be shared to tech-support staff at any location in the country who can sort the files using key words into folders describing the patients’ locations, severity of need, and family members could be grouped together. All of these files could be shared to a “help desk,” at a disaster center, where workers could use the organized folders and key words to help families quickly locate and track their loved ones with special needs. I am not very proficient with technology, but if you are interested, I can call some experts and do more research on this topic. I plan to call in to the Think Tank on October 30th and could go into more detail then.
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Looking Back at Joplin
5 comments for Idea: Looking Back at JoplinCommunity Involvement and buy-in is key to recovery. Citizens want to have a voice. After you listen, present the plan clearly and gain buy-in from every stakeholder involved as the key to moving forward.
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Consider long-term disaster response when planning for disasters
The Isaiah Fund is a permanent national faith-based major disaster response pooled loan fund that was created after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It focuses on the long-term rebuilding efforts in low- and moderate-income communities following major disasters. Last fall, the Isaiah Fund co-hosted a consultation with the Initiative for Responsible Investment, which is housed at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. ...more »
2 comments for Idea: Consider long-term disaster response when planning for disastersThe Isaiah Fund is a permanent national faith-based major disaster response pooled loan fund that was created after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It focuses on the long-term rebuilding efforts in low- and moderate-income communities following major disasters.
Last fall, the Isaiah Fund co-hosted a consultation with the Initiative for Responsible Investment, which is housed at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. The Consultation brought together representatives from the disaster response community (including FEMA) and the community investment community. An important discussion centered around the continuous and cyclical relationship between disaster prevention, preparedness, relief, recovery, and long-term rebuilding, and the need for the agencies and organizations working on each segment of the cycle, to collaborate and plan together for best community outcomes when a disaster hits.
The Consultation was an important first step. The disaster response and community investment fields need to continue to collaborate to ensure that communities, particularly low-income and underserved communities, receive continuous and coordinated services and resources for disaster planning, disaster response, and rebuilding.
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100% Mineral Healing Clay for Water Purification and First Aid
Nevalite, a 100% natural Mineral Healing Clay which purifies water, absorbs radiation, heals and disinfects wounds and internal disorders. Nevalite is the same type of pure white Montmorillonite clay that has actually been discovered on ancient sea going vessels. The ships doctors had it sealed in containers and it was used to purify water and to treat dysentery and other internal disorders. It was also put on open ...more »
2 comments for Idea: 100% Mineral Healing Clay for Water Purification and First AidNevalite, a 100% natural Mineral Healing Clay which purifies water, absorbs radiation, heals and disinfects wounds and internal disorders. Nevalite is the same type of pure white Montmorillonite clay that has actually been discovered on ancient sea going vessels. The ships doctors had it sealed in containers and it was used to purify water and to treat dysentery and other internal disorders. It was also put on open wounds which would consequently heal with no infection or scar.
Nevalite binds toxins and promotes healing. There are very few substances that the body can absorb and mostly they are very harmful like gasoline, turpentine, etc... The body does absorb Nevalite right through the skin. The blood rushes up to the surface to get the much needed minerals. At the same time, the minerals are absorbing any toxins that the body is trying to expel. This is why Nevalite heals so quickly, and without infection. The clay suffocates parasites and kills bacteria. An absolute must for a complete emergency kit!
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multi task specialists
7 comments for Idea: multi task specialistsput various multi task people within various areas of different projects & agencies & departments that can get the required results that you require on a major scale they can be drafted in from recruitment centres & other places that has a high attendance rate for people that can do more than one think effectively without error but with a spirit of sheer excellence throughout
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PA Large Project Closeouts
5 comments for Idea: PA Large Project Closeouts44 CFR 206.205 (b) Large Project..."each large project shall be submitted as soon as practicable after the subgrantee has completed the approved work and requested payment". I would suggest that FEMA define "as soon as practicable" as 90-days. This would help facilitate closeout of large projects.
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Use FEMA CORPS to create AUDIO copy of HELP AFTER A DISASTER
THE GUIDE http://www.fema.gov/help-after-disaster is available in at least 21 languages but no audio copy is currently available in CD form or online. Functional illiteracy is to some extent an unacknowledged disability in our recovery efforts. Please read the Table of Contents below, imagine how much valuable information you could be missing if you were functionally illiterate or could not read at all. ...more »
2 comments for Idea: Use FEMA CORPS to create AUDIO copy of HELP AFTER A DISASTERTHE GUIDE http://www.fema.gov/help-after-disaster is available in at least 21 languages but no audio copy is currently available in CD form or online. Functional illiteracy is to some extent an unacknowledged disability in our recovery efforts. Please read the Table of Contents below, imagine how much valuable information you could be missing if you were functionally illiterate or could not read at all.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Overview of the Individuals and Households Program
Types of Assistance
Your Civil Rights and Disaster Assistance
Disaster Assistance Process
Program Eligibility
Types of Eligible Losses
Important Information About Disaster Help
If You Are Eligible for Help
Information About Insurance and Disaster Help
I Want to Have My Case Reviewed Again (Appeal)
Rebuilding and Repairing Mitigation Measures
Information About Additional Disaster Assistance Program Information
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Description of Ineligible Reasons
Sample FEMA Form 90‐69B Declaration and Release
FEMA Fraud Hotline
Possible Solutions:
Use FEMA CORPS to record an audio version for the FEMA Media Library http://www.fema.gov/medialibrary/media_records/8892 & the Guide site http://www.fema.gov/help-after-disaster plus provide links on other social media sites. (when guide is updated a new audio version would follow)
Seek donations of blank CDs from private businesses and manufacturers. Copy audio & make available to Disaster Survivors by any means that works such as Disaster Response Centers, Community Relations, libraries, schools & local government.
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OIG FEMA
3 comments for Idea: OIG FEMAHow would I go about discussing some concerns with how certain FEMA/HS funds are being handled at the local levels?
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SIngle-Sign-On for iPhone / iPad
BLUF: Eliminate "Good" from iOS devices and replace it with a single-sign-on system for email, calendar, contacts, and documents -- similar to what we use on RIM devices already. People are turning in their iPhones because of what “Good” is doing to our email, calendar, contact, and document control systems. Seems-to-me that we have taken a superior piece of equipment and dumbed it down; I’m surprised that Apple even ...more »
2 comments for Idea: SIngle-Sign-On for iPhone / iPadBLUF: Eliminate "Good" from iOS devices and replace it with a single-sign-on system for email, calendar, contacts, and documents -- similar to what we use on RIM devices already.
People are turning in their iPhones because of what “Good” is doing to our email, calendar, contact, and document control systems. Seems-to-me that we have taken a superior piece of equipment and dumbed it down; I’m surprised that Apple even allows "Good" to be in their store.
I went to the App Store today – out of 70 ratings, “Good” gets 42 one-star ratings for the current version; many reviewers were asking for either zero stars of negative stars.
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