O'DOCHARTAIGH ASSOCIATES
DISASTER INFORMATION AND RESOURCE SITES
American Red Cross
This link goes to the American Red Cross site. It provides basic information
about the Red Cross with news and links to information about the Red Cross
in disasters. Also links to pages with news and updates about ongoing and
past disasters.
Disaster Relief
Information, news and pictures about ongoing disasters and the relief/aid
being provided. Links to news and information about disasters in other parts
of the world as well as the United States.
Disaster Mental Health Institute at the University of South Dakota
Site with information on Disaster Mental Health. Information about training
and conference opportunities in Disaster Mental Health. The Institute is
housed in the Psychology Department at the University of South Dakota. Links
to reference material, publications, services provided, etc.
Virginia Disaster Intervention Site
Information and links to pages with information about facilitating and assisting
the planning, coordination, and implementation of disaster intervention efforts
throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Serves as a resource for helpers.
Supported by the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Community Services Board, Virginia
Department of Mental Health Mental Retardation, and Substance Abuse Services.
Made possible by the Psychology Department at James Madison University.
Centers for Disease Control
Provides information about CDC, news from their archives, current relevant
news, reports, a slide show, fact sheets on diseases and health problems,
links to other CDC sites, data, statistics, health information, publications
and product and software information.
Center for Mental Health Services
Link to the National Institute of Mental Health site. Links to NIMH pages
with public information, News and Events, information about Grants and
Contracts, Research Activities, HHS Kids Page and others.
The National Mental Health Services Knowledge
Exchange Network - Emergency Services Page
The CMHS Emergency Services and Disaster Relief Branch coordinates support
for direct crisis counseling services to the victims of major disasters.
During disasters, the Branch's most current information is available on
this site. Information and links to pages about Mental Health Statistics,
State Planning, Homelessness, Emergency Services, Community Support, HIV/AIDS,
and Special Populations.
National Mental Health Services Knowledge Exchange Network (KEN)
For users of mental health services and their families, the general public,
policy makers, providers, and the media.
NASA Disaster Finder
Provides a search for disaster-related information in categories including
Disaster Management, Disciplines, Organizations, Systems, types, etc. An
index to disaster web sites.
Worst Hurricanes Ranked by Number of Deaths and by Amount of Damage in Dollars.
United States Census Bureau
Provides pages on US statistics by subject. Official Federal Statistics.
Has a user manual and information about the Bureau.
American Psychological Association Disaster Response Network
Information about the APA role in Disaster Mental Health. Practice Directorate.
Links to other APA sites.
American Counseling Association Disaster Response Information
Information about the ACA role in Disaster Mental Health. Address and phone
information for whom to contact to take part.
Global Emergency Management Disasater Counseling Support
Network
Located at the University of Plymouth, UK. Links to G7 Gemini Global
Emergency Management Information Network Initiative; Progress Report on
Halifax Summit - June 1995; Gemini Counselling.
National Association of Social Workers
Link to the NASW Home Page with various links of interest to members,
membership information, news, etc.
Epicenter - The Emergency Preparedness Information Center
Site dedicated to raising issues of natural disaster preparedness. Provides
information about how to prepare for a natural disaster. Has developed
products to help people prepare for a natural disaster. Provides information
on Earthquakes, floods, storms, tornadoes, Hurricanes/Typhoons, and
Tsunamis (tidal waves).
Natural Hazards Center
Located at the University of Colorado, Boulder. A national and international
clearinghouse for information on natural hazards and human adjustments to
hazards and disasters. Has four principal missions: information dissemination,
annual workshop, research, and library services. Their prime goal is to
increase communication among hazard/disaster researchers and individuals,
agencies and organizations actively working to reduce disaster damage and
suffering.
Pacific Disaster Management Information Network
Center of Excellence in disaster and humanitarian assistance. Developed as a
direct result of lessons learned in recent crises in the Middle East, Sub-
Saharan Africa, and the Balkans. Mission is to facilitate civil-military
operations and cooperation through integrated education, training, research,
information management and operational readiness. A World Health Organization/
Pan-American Health Organization Collaborating Center for humanitarian civil-
military cooperation.
Relief Net
Non-profit organization dedicated to helping humanitarian organizations raise
global awareness and encourage support for relief efforts via the internet.
Information and links to pages on current crises, pledging, organizations
and resources.
Cable News Network
Daily information and news - national and international.
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc.
Provides current information in the field of Critical Incident Stress
Management and conference and training information; membership information; etc.
Natural Disaster Reference Database
Bibliographic database on research, programs, and results which relate to use of satellite
remote sensing for disaster mitigation. NASA's Earth Science Directorate Page.
Stonefly - Emergency Communications Center
Ames Research Emergency Communications Center. Dedicated to people interested in
combining the latest communication technology into their emergency preparedness activities.
Emphasizes emerging video communications.
International Astronomical Union - Astronomical Headlines
Contains brief information on recent discoveries and recoveries of Near-Earth Asteroids
as reported in the Minor Planet Electronic Circulars.
Asteroid and Comet Impact Hazards
NASA Ames Science Division site focuses on risks of comet and asteroid hits or near
misses with Earth. Links to related sites.
The Global Health Disaster Network
Supported by the Department of Emergency Medicine, Ehime University School of Medicine,
Ehime University, Ehime, Japan. Lists international resources and other medical
information and information for global disaster responses. Links to related sites.
Search HazLit
The Hazards Literature Database of the Natural Hazards Research and Applications
Information Center. This library database is at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
The Military Family Support Services of The North
American Center For Emergency Communications (NACEC)
Provides rapid communications for victims and large scale disaster relief operations
worldwide.
ICES Disaster Resources
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Guide to disaster programming, information
on how to prepare for and recover from natural disasters, links to agencies and
organizations involved in disaster preparedness, recovery, relief and research.
Information for educators, professionals and the general public available from the
University of Illinois Cooperative Extension Service for viewing and downloading.
Links to related sites.
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
The NTSB is an independent Federal agency which is charged by Congress with
investigating every civil aviation accident in the United States and
significant accidents in the other modes of transportation - railroad,
highway, marine and pipeline - and issuing safety recommendations aimed at
preventing future accidents. The NTSB is responsible for maintaining the
government's data base on civil aviation accidents and also conducts special
studies of transportation safety issues of national significance.
National Air Disaster Alliance/Foundation
Their mission is to raise the standards of safety, security and survivability
for commercial aviation passengers and for support of victim's families. NADA
is a non-profit organization. This site offers information about NADA initiatives
and has links to related organizations, including support groups formed
following air disasters. Purpose includes informing the flying public on
critical issues and advocating for legislation and reform.
Center for Mental Health Services
Information about relief services, research and crisis counseling grants,
free publications and videos on a variety of Disaster Mental Health topics.
American Psychiatric Association - Disaster Psychiatry
They have recently signed a letter of agreement with the American Red Cross
supporting the Disaster Mental Health programs for disaster relief, training,
preparedness planning, and recruitment.
Disaster Stuff For Kids
Disaster intervention site for kids that contains reading material on disasters
for children and links to other relevant sites. This site will soon include a
"My Story" page that will allow children to share their thoughts and experiences
about a disaster online.
The University of Wisconsin Extension Disaster Handbook for Extension Agents
University of Wisconsin Extension site designed to help county agents provide
immediate assistance and information before and after a disaster. Information
on floods, fire, drought, tornadoes, winter storms, and community/family issues.
Disaster Information from Medical Journals
Provides references to journal articles from 1965 to present from the Global
Health Disaster Network
HAM Radio Online - Real-Time Disaster Report
HAM Radio
The Natural Disaster Program for Families
From North Carolina Extension Service. Provides information about:
1. things to do before a disaster, and 2. response or cleanup information
following a disaster. Site is designed for use by Extension Educators
working with families. Includes ready-to-use 30 second radio spots, fact
sheets, leader guides with handouts, and additional resources. Provides
series of resources on family finances and stress relevant following a
disaster.
Canadian Centre For Emergency Preparedness
News magazine for Emergency Managers and Business Continuity professionals.
Links to Conference information, upcoming programs and courses.
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