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AccuWeather Summer 2024 U.S. Forecast: Sizzling Summer Temperatures Could Lead To Higher Power Bills Across America

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Mercredi, mai 1, 2024

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STATE COLLEGE, Pa., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AccuWeather's team of long-range forecasters says millions of Americans are expected to experience above-historical average temperatures across much of the country this summer.

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Temperatures are expected to climb at least two degrees above the historical average across more than half of the United States this summer.
AccuWeather Lead Long-Range Forecaster Paul Pastelok says the widespread heat could lead to higher energy bills for families and businesses running air conditioners around the clock.
"Summer 2024 can feature heat waves for many areas across the Plains to the Northeast.
People in Boston could experience four times as many 90-degree days this summer, compared to the five days reported last summer.

Flowcore: Synthetik Insurance Analytics announces successful demonstration of AI powered flood modeling and loss prediction tool

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Lundi, avril 29, 2024

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AUSTIN, Texas and LONDON, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Synthetik has announced the successful demonstration of their "Flood Data Collection and Analysis" platform, Flowcore - an end-to-end tool for modeling of flood scenarios and prediction of resulting damage and financial/insurance losses.

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AUSTIN, Texas and LONDON, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Synthetik has announced the successful demonstration of their "Flood Data Collection and Analysis" platform, Flowcore - an end-to-end tool for modeling of flood scenarios and prediction of resulting damage and financial/insurance losses.
Flowcore incorporates Synthetik's proprietary GPU-accelerated flood simulation code, and uniquely leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver results in seconds on standard laptop systems – enabling measurement of cumulative events or high-volume probabilistic analysis.
Flowcore is already being marketed and utilized by Synthetik's partners in the insurance industry.
Synthetik COO Tim Brewer commented:
'Flowcore joins our successful products for insurance analytics based on the characterization of assets, perils and vulnerability that deliver industry leading intelligence to insurance companies and risk holders all over the world.

Flowcore: Synthetik Insurance Analytics announces successful demonstration of AI powered flood modeling and loss prediction tool

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Lundi, avril 29, 2024

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AUSTIN, Texas and LONDON, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Synthetik has announced the successful demonstration of their "Flood Data Collection and Analysis" platform, Flowcore - an end-to-end tool for modeling of flood scenarios and prediction of resulting damage and financial/insurance losses.

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AUSTIN, Texas and LONDON, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Synthetik has announced the successful demonstration of their "Flood Data Collection and Analysis" platform, Flowcore - an end-to-end tool for modeling of flood scenarios and prediction of resulting damage and financial/insurance losses.
Flowcore incorporates Synthetik's proprietary GPU-accelerated flood simulation code, and uniquely leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver results in seconds on standard laptop systems – enabling measurement of cumulative events or high-volume probabilistic analysis.
Synthetik Insurance Analytics announces successful demonstration of AI powered flood modeling and analytics tool.
Synthetik COO Tim Brewer commented:
'Flowcore joins our successful products for insurance analytics based on the characterization of assets, perils and vulnerability that deliver industry leading intelligence to insurance companies and risk holders all over the world.

Apprio To Support FEMA’s Center for Domestic Preparedness Under $39M Contract

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Mercredi, avril 24, 2024

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WASHINGTON, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apprio, a leading provider of specialized technology solutions for healthcare, homeland security, and federal agencies, is among the recipients of a $39 million contract to support the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP).

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WASHINGTON, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apprio, a leading provider of specialized technology solutions for healthcare, homeland security, and federal agencies, is among the recipients of a $39 million contract to support the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP).
Under the contract, Apprio and teaming partners will provide training support services at the CDP national training facility in Anniston, AL.
Apprio brings real-world experience in the field of emergency management, preparedness, and response.
The company has supported the CDP for a decade with subject matter experts, strategic planning, specialized course development, training materials, administration assistance support, support services coordination, systems integration, and assessment and readiness support.

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Commits Nearly $100 Million to Four Key Affordable Housing Initiatives

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Mardi, avril 30, 2024

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) has made available $99.4 million in grants this year through its Affordable Housing Program (AHP) and AHP homeownership programs.

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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) has made available $99.4 million in grants this year through its Affordable Housing Program (AHP) and AHP homeownership programs.
View the $100 Million in AHP video to see the impact of the programs.
“Our nation has a critical shortage of affordable housing options,” said FHLB Dallas President and CEO Sanjay Bhasin.
“The HELP program sponsored by FHLB Dallas has been tremendous in helping Red River Bank create affordable housing in all of our markets,” said Senior Vice President Jannease Seastrunk, community relations & CRA officer at Red River Bank.

OnSolve® Partners With Public Safety Experts to Release First-Ever Guide to Help Agencies Close the Preparedness Gap

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Mercredi, avril 24, 2024

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ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OnSolve, a leading critical event management provider that helps organizations mitigate physical threats and remain agile when a crisis strikes, today announced the release of the first-ever guide designed to help public safety officials send Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) alerts with greater confidence during high-stress emergency situations.

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OnSolve has developed a new resource, entitled In Control: A Guide to Navigating Emergency Alerting With Authority and Precision.
This is one of the most powerful communications networks to help federal, state, local, tribal and territorial public safety agencies keep communities informed and safe, and agencies need software like OnSolve CodeRED® to use it.
However, a preparedness gap exists when it comes to planning and responding to such threats.
It's a valuable asset that will help public safety officials do their jobs more effectively and efficiently – and save more lives during an emergency."

Ed Freedman’s Stable Road Foundation Donates $250k to Build Maui School With FEMA, GEM, Local Partners

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Lundi, mars 25, 2024

Maui-based philanthropist Ed Freedman and his Stable Road Foundation have announced a $250,000 donation toward the construction of the temporary location of Sacred Hearts School on the island of Maui.

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Maui-based philanthropist Ed Freedman and his Stable Road Foundation have announced a $250,000 donation toward the construction of the temporary location of Sacred Hearts School on the island of Maui.
A blessing ceremony was recently held at the site, featuring Ed Freedman of Stable Road Foundation, Principal Tonata Lolesio of Sacred Hearts, Greg Shepherd of Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), and other community leaders.
“Serving our ‘ohana on Maui has always been one of the main focuses of Stable Road Foundation,” says executive director Pablo Rendon.
Stable Road Foundation is part of a collaborative effort to rebuild Sacred Hearts School.

S&K Subsidiaries Awarded Two Contracts by Federal Emergency Management Agency

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Mardi, mars 12, 2024

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The existing guardhouses will be disposed of and replaced with prefabricated houses.

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The existing guardhouses will be disposed of and replaced with prefabricated houses.
Exterior touchups will be completed to give them a welcoming, FEMA branded appearance.
With the new guardhouses in place, SKFS will reinstall camera surveillance systems and their associated power systems.
“We’re able to leverage our combined capabilities to help FEMA meet its planning goals and compliance requirements.”

Casey Tingle, Former Director of the Louisiana Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, Joins Plexos Group

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Mardi, mars 12, 2024

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(Plexos), a Baton Rouge-based infrastructure program delivery and grant management company, announced today that Casey Tingle has joined the company as Senior Vice President.

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(Plexos), a Baton Rouge-based infrastructure program delivery and grant management company, announced today that Casey Tingle has joined the company as Senior Vice President.
Tingle is a recognized emergency management leader with a proven track record for building resilience through disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240312413149/en/
Casey Tingle, Former Director of the Louisiana Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, Joins Plexos Group as Senior Vice President.
“We are thrilled that Casey Tingle has chosen to join Plexos Group,” said Plexos Group Chief Operating Officer Bob Roberts.

Jacobs Awarded Federal Emergency Management Agency Response and Recovery Contract

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Jeudi, avril 4, 2024

DALLAS, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J), the managing partner for a joint venture (JV) between Jacobs and CDM Smith, was awarded a Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contract V (PA TAC V) for continued support of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) mission. Through site inspection, field support, technical evaluation and cost analysis, Jacobs will continue to provide hazard mitigation strategies to re-build communities and critical infrastructure following disasters in the West Zone Regions.

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DALLAS, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J), the managing partner for a joint venture (JV) between Jacobs and CDM Smith, was awarded a Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contract V (PA TAC V) for continued support of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) mission.
Jacobs also advises FEMA on use of sustainable, resilient practices that protect facilities from future events.
"For more than 20 years, Jacobs has deployed hundreds of local technical specialists to deliver public assistance to underserved communities in times of disaster," said Jacobs Senior Vice President Susannah Kerr.
Under previous contracts, the JV was awarded more than $951 million to provide public assistance, recovery operations, construction and project management and technical services.