Mass Casualty Incidents
As the military saying goes, “Prior planning prevents poor performance.” This phrase can be applied to preparing for mass casualty incidents. Check this page for articles and resources on ensuring you and your department are ready for the unexpected, as well as the latest updates on major incidents in the United States and across the world.
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A gunman’s attack at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is a reminder of soft-target vulnerability and to prepare everyone to “stop the bleed”
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It wasn’t clear whether the women’s presence on the tracks had anything to do with the derailment
Police say 46-year-old Patricia Salegna-Maqueda died Tuesday night at Stony Brook University Medical Center
Most passengers were transferred from Baranof Wind to Holland America cruise ship Volendam
More than 200 were evacuated after being exposed to non-toxic chemical
5 other children, 2 adults were hurt in single-vehicle rollover Monday
Several train cars fell off bridge, approximately 17-20 feet, onto street below
The entire structure of the housewas reduced to small shards of wood, plywood, drywall, insulation and other building materials
Police responding to a call of an officer down exchanged shots with the suspect
Just after noon, College Station police began fielding frantic 911 calls reporting shots being fired
Navy veteran Jonathan Blunk received a full military burial, including a gun salute and the playing of taps
Passengers heard bang of tire exploding, reported that driver tried to keep the vehicle on road but couldn’t
Front end of bus was so mangled from collision that emergency crews had to use ladders to rescue those trapped inside
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Responders find what they’ve seen on duty is difficult to forget
Reports say that first responders were still asking for medics half hour after receiving 911 calls
Healthcare for victims of Colo. shooting reminds us how difficult life can be without health insurance
Three of the five hospitals treating victims said they will limit or completely wipe out medical bills
Christian Bale met with hospital staff, EMTs, police officers who responded to scene
EMS response evolved as incident progressed
Training for worst-case scenarios will help keep us from falling apart when we need to be at our best
Call takers responded to wave upon wave of 911 calls for help from massacre during ‘Batman’ film
University of Colorado Hospital discharged one; still has nine, including five in critical condition
At least 23 passengers were crammed inside the truck’s cab and bed
Tony Robbins was hosting a 4-day gathering called “Unleash the Power Within” in San Jose
Firefighter Jordan Ghawi in Texas revealed details of her death on his personal blog
Many witnesses didn’'t know what was happening and some thought the gunfire was part of the film
Horrified witnesses watch as apparent victims are carried away from scene
Opened fire inside a suburban movie theater, at least 50 others injured in worst attack in state since Columbine
Unidentified gunman did not set foot inside the bar during the incident, firing all of his shots from outside
Driver of farm truck carrying fruit-pickers that was hit by coal train faces 25 murder charges
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