London conducted a training exercise called ‘Operation Helios’ to simulate a five-day extreme heatwave, exploring the city’s preparedness for a scenario that scientists predict could occur as early as 2027. The exercise, involving over 80 participants from various agencies, aimed to identify potential risks and ensure the city has the necessary tools and knowledge to handle emergencies during extreme weather events.
The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has successfully completed its yearly emergency drill, simulating a security scenario to assess emergency protocols for communication, incident management, and collaboration among multiple agencies. SFO holds these drills annually to maintain peak preparedness standards, surpassing the federal requirement of conducting such exercises every three years.
Joe Zatylny, who recently resigned as chief of Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, has been hired by the province of Alberta as an assistant deputy minister (ADM) or deputy managing director within the Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA). This new role was identified as a need after last year’s unprecedented wildfire season, which prompted a province-wide state of emergency. Zatylny was the most qualified candidate for the job due to his extensive experience as fire chief for a large urban center.
