2008 News Links
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December 2008:
NOW’S THE TIME: THE READY CAMPAIGN ENCOURAGES AMERICANS TO RESOLVE TO BE READY IN 2009
December 2008:
The biggest storm in Houston's history proved no match for a well-rehearsed response - and a resilient business community
November 2008:
Humble CERT Prepares for Future Disasters
November 2008:
Jersey Village CERT Team Makes Tremendous Impact During Hurricane “Ike”
October 2008:
2008 National Night Out: Meet, Mingle & Make a Difference... Hurricane Ike information for your neighbors
October 2008:
HARRIS COUNTY JUDGE ED EMMETT TO RECOGNIZE OUTSTANDING HURRICANE IKE RECOVERY WORKERS AT HOUSTON TEXANS GAME
October 2008:
Hurricane Ike Information
September 2008:
President Bush Discusses Volunteerism and Recognizes Harris County Citizen Corps
September 2008:
PRESIDENT BUSH LAUDS CITIZEN CORPS AND VOLUNTEERS THROUGHOUT HARRIS COUNTY
September 2008:
JUDGE EMMETT, HARRIS COUNTY CITIZEN CORPS TO BE RECOGNIZED AT WHITE HOUSE CEREMONY
August 2008:
Tropical Storm Gustav makes its way into the Gulf of Mexico, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Ready Campaign reminds Gulf Coast region residents about the importance of taking precautionary measures to prepare…
August 2008:
Harris County Judge Ed Emmett and Commissioners El Franco Lee, Sylvia Garcia, Steve Radack, and Jerry Eversole have declared September as National Preparedness Month in Harris County
July 2008:
County Judge Ed Emmett Reorganizes Emergency Office To Streamline Responsibilities and Response Times
July 2008:
Harris County CERT Coordinator Mardie Menke recently honored local business owner Harvey Trigg with a plaque in appreciation of his support by donating his catering services to the annual CERT Rodeo
June 2008:
Harris County Meets Hurricane Season with a Milestone 5000th Community Emergency Response Team Responder Graduates
June 2008:
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff & Harris / Galveston County Region to Launch Ready Houston Texas Public Awareness Campaign
June 2008:
County Judge Ed Emmett to Attend Discussion on 21st Century Threats with DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff
May 2008:
The National Hurricane Center has released it's forecast for the 2008 hurricane season. Conditions point to a
near normal or above normal hurricane season in the Atlantic Basin this year.
May 2008:
HARRIS COUNTY JUDGE EMMETT TO RECOGNIZE STUDENT FINALISTS IN “DO THE WRITE THING CHALLENGE”
May 2008:
Over 300 volunteers provide support for “Operation Provide Ride”
March 2008:
The 2008 Hurricane Workshop, the largest free public event of its kind, will take place Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the George R. Brown Convention Center
March 2008:
Harris County has been voted as one of the 100 best communities for young people. Specific programs honored
include Stay in School, headed by the DA’s Office and the TEEN CERT program
March 2008:
Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management monthly newsletter highlights Citizen Corps events
March 2008:
Huffman teens learn to be first responders
February 2008:
Severe Weather Awareness Week Set for February 25th – 29th
February 2008:
The Fourth Annual Texas Citizen Corps Conference…
February 2008:
CERT Teams practice their skills at the 2nd annual Harris County Citizen Corps CERT Rodeo
February 2008:
HARRIS COUNTY CITIZEN CORPS HOSTS TEAMS FROM ACROSS THE STATE FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL C.E.R.T RODEO ROUND UP
February 2008:
Harris County Citizen Corps to Host Second Annual CERT Rodeo Round Up
January 2008:
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today released the National Response Framework (NRF), successor to the National Response Plan...
January 2008:
Harris County Commissioners Court designates Saturday February 9, 2008 as "CERT Rodeo Day" in Harris County
January 2008:
HARRIS COUNTY JUDGE ED EMMETT UNVEILS HIS TOP 10 PRIORITIES FOR 2008
January 2008:
Homeland Security Magazine says Harris County is "building a national model of preparedness"
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