Sheriff Jason Ard discusses the importance of hurricane preparedness with guests Fire Chief James Wascom and GOHSEP Director of Strategic Engagement Mike Steele. They reflect on past hurricanes, and the lessons learned in emergency management and communication.

Chapters

02:54 The Impact of Hurricane Katrina

05:51 Lessons Learned from Past Hurricanes

08:58 Communication Improvements Post-Katrina

12:02 The Role of Social Media in Emergencies

15:00 Understanding Hurricane Severity and Impact

17:51 The Importance of Preparedness

20:46 Challenges Faced by First Responders

24:00 The Flood of 2016: A Different Challenge

26:57 Future Plans for Emergency Response

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Keywords

Livingston Parish, Sheriff's Office, hurricane preparedness, emergency management, communication, social media, first responders, hurricane season, Louisiana, disaster response, community safety,

Takeaways

• Hurricane season is a year-round concern in Louisiana.
• Katrina was a pivotal moment for first responders.
• Communication systems have greatly improved since Katrina.
• Social media is crucial for emergency communication.
• The severity of a storm is more important than its category.
• Preparedness is essential for families and communities.
• First responders face unique challenges during disasters.
• Flooding presents different challenges than hurricanes.
• Mental health support for first responders is vital.