Public Safety: Page 9

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    Evolving public safety challenges demand reliable and flexible communications

    Every second is critical to the safety and success of your emergency response teams.

    Oct. 16, 2023
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    Uber to face sexual assault claims in new multidistrict litigation

    The litigation “is one of the largest federal sexual assault litigations ever and it will undoubtedly change [the] American rideshare industry forever,” said one of the plaintiffs’ attorneys.

    By • Oct. 12, 2023
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    FMCSA awards over $125 million in grants to increase roadway safety

    FMCSA awards $128 million in grants. Is your organization eligible for future funding?  

    Oct. 2, 2023
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    Federal government shutdown: Here’s how it could impact cities, states and transportation

    While most transit programs will be unaffected, some funding for Amtrak and state law enforcement initiatives could be delayed.

    By • Sept. 29, 2023
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    New Orleans adds AI technology to improve traffic safety around streetcar lines

    Smart sensors from NoTraffic will be part of a traffic monitoring system powered by artificial intelligence in a partnership between local authorities and the private sector. 

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    NYC Council approves safety-focused e-bike and e-scooter trade-in program

    The program would help owners upgrade to electric bikes and e-scooters that meet UL certification requirements set by a New York City law that took effect Sept. 16.

    By • Updated Sept. 21, 2023
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    Report: Modern construction techniques, building codes protected structures that survived Lahaina fire

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.More than ...

    By Andy Castillo • Sept. 14, 2023
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    California’s Senate passes bill to restrict driverless trucks

    The measure could require an operator onboard heavy autonomous vehicles for years. Supporters and opponents both argued that the matter relates to safety.

    By David Taube • Sept. 14, 2023
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    FEMA’s Community Disaster Resilience Zones focuses aid for disaster-prone regions

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.While clim...

    By Andy Castillo • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Nearly 7% of US bridges in poor condition

    Bridges in Dallas, Seattle and New York City were newly rated in poor condition this year, according to a report.

    By Julie Strupp • Aug. 28, 2023
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    Questions raised about why Maui’s emergency alert sirens were silent as Lahaina burned

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.In the afterma...

    By Andy Castillo • Aug. 17, 2023
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    96 confirmed fatalities, 2,700 structures destroyed in Lahaina ‘fire-hurricane’

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.In the ash...

    By Andy Castillo • Aug. 14, 2023
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    Federal, state, local governments mobilize following Maui wildfire that killed at least 55

    The nation is mobilizing to aid Lahaina, Hawaii and its surrounding communities in the wake of devastating wildfire that has claimed the lives of at least 55 people on the island of Maui.

    By Andy Castillo • Aug. 10, 2023
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    How to safely store e-bikes, e-scooters in apartments

    The uptick in micromobility battery fires shows electrification is "moving faster than we’re able to necessarily adapt to," a fire protection expert at an engineering consulting firm said.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 3, 2023
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    Proposed bill would add extreme heat to list of major disaster qualifying events

    Halfway through summer, 2023 is on track to be the hottest year ever recorded globally.

    By Andy Castillo • Aug. 1, 2023
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    Report: Emergency dispatch centers are facing a staffing crisis

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Across the...

    By Andy Castillo • July 31, 2023
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    Report: Homeless women need safe, affordable, private housing and shelters

    When it comes to public visibility, homeless people are among the most often overlooked.

    By Andy Castillo • July 26, 2023
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    Seattle downtown revitalization plan reimagines area post-pandemic

    The plan aims to make downtown safer and more welcoming, but critics say it comes at a cost for people living on the streets.

    By Joan Mooney • July 24, 2023
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    Last month’s wildfire smoke plume in New York, New Jersey comparable to secondhand smoking

    The public health impact of the Canadian wildfire smoke plume that smothered the New York and New Jersey metropolitan area earlier this summer was comparable to second-hand cigarette smoke, according to new research led by Rutgers University.

    By Andy Castillo • July 24, 2023
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    Deadly battery fires from e-bikes, scooters prompt action in NYC

    The city launched an education campaign, as legislators push for new policy and community groups strive to reach micromobility-reliant delivery workers.

    By Kalena Thomhave • July 21, 2023
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    Major disaster declared in Vermont following devastating flooding in Montpelier, Ludlow, and other areas

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Inundated ...

    By Andy Castillo • July 14, 2023
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    Advances in satellites, networking technology increase the options for disaster response planning

    Of all the natural disasters that plague mankind, hurricanes are perhaps among the most predictable.

    By James Clevenger • July 5, 2023
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    Supporting hurricane response in Puerto Rico with aerial imagery

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.When Hurri...

    By Tracy Ray • June 29, 2023
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    FMCSA’s grant programs can help you improve road safety

    Learn about grant funding opportunities to help improve roadway safety.

    June 26, 2023
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    Collapsed I-95 overpass will be repaired, reopened in next 2 weeks

    President Joe Biden called the federal government’s $3 million in quick-release funding "a down payment" after he took an aerial tour of the site.

    By Colin Campbell • June 20, 2023