Coordinated Statewide Emergency Preparedness in Mass., connecting cultural heritage organizations with emergency response professionals since 2006

Massachusetts, USA
Joined July 2019
@CostepMA is launching a new free webinar series! Our inaugural presentation will be Oct. 30 12:30pm ET: Wonderland or Out of Hand - Preparing your Cultural Site for the Winter Weather with Ben Haavik, Historic New England’s Vice President for Property Care and Climate Action
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All are welcome to join. No registration necessary. Join the presentation and discussion on Zoom using the link below: us02web.zoom.us/j/8426386784… Meeting ID: 842 6386 7847 Passcode: 391602 #winterweather #disasterpreparedness
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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. 🌩️
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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/regi… Learn about developing a #ClimateAction plan to protect your collections & historic buildings
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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
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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]
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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/herita… @SmithsonianCRI #emergencypreparedness #EmergencyResponse #CulturalHeritage
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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
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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/preservation-…
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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-multimed… #ReadyMA
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#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/dis…. #CulturalHeritage #CulturalPreservation
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(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/regi…
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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
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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/employm…
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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/preservation-…
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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/progr… @VTArtsCouncil
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A heat advisory has been declared in the City of Boston from Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 3. boston.gov/news/mayor-wu-adv…
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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
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#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
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