The Importance of “WASH” in the Wake of Natural Disaster
Among the most pressing concerns following a natural disaster is the urgent need for access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene resources. The WASH initiative addresses these concerns through comprehensive training, infrastructure support, and more.
The Importance of Emergency Operations Centers
Prometheus acknowledges the need for nations to prioritize preparedness, and establishing Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) is one critical way they can do so. Learn more about why EOCs are such a critical piece of the disaster response puzzle.
Managing Mental Health During Disaster: Mental Health Awareness Month
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month (May), we’re acknowledging the many ways that mental health is impacted by natural disasters and several ways we can incorporate better mental health care into our disaster preparedness and response plans.
3 Post-Disaster Priorities
In the wake of disaster, where should we focus? Learn more about the top 3 post-disaster priorities identified by the Prometheus team, our ideas for addressing them, and why they’re so crucial to consider through the disaster preparedness lens.
Examining the Disaster Response Cycle
In 2011, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) introduced the National Preparedness Goal. Take a closer look at the 5 most critical steps of disaster response to gain a better understanding of how nations can respond to natural disasters.
Natural Disaster by the Numbers: What Kind & How Often
Explore some of the most staggering statistics in the natural disaster space to gain a better understanding of the different types of disasters that occur, where they occur most often or most severely, and how often they strike.
Fault Lines: Identifying & Fortifying At-Risk Countries
One of the most common underlying threats to countries – and their citizens – is the very foundation upon which they are built. Learn about fault lines, their locations, and how at-risk countries can better prepare and protect their citizens from threats.
Defining Disaster Preparedness: The Bigger Picture
Look beyond the household checklist of disaster preparedness tasks to uncover the large-scale preparations that global leaders must consider. When it comes to natural disasters, nations need to thoughtfully consider their approach to protecting citizens and infrastructure.
The Power of the Partner Nation
By taking a closer look at two well-known examples of disaster preparedness and response in the face of natural disasters – in this case, earthquakes – we can observe the benefits of investing in comprehensive plans and support in this arena.
