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Brokaw, Christine O'Connor – Camping Magazine, 1989
Describes the reactions of four Connecticut camps to a July 1989 tornado. Discusses damages incurred, the importance of emergency plans, reactions of campers and staff, the use of a crisis management team, budgeting for emergencies, communications with campers' families, rebuilding, and reopening. Suggests disasters, handled properly, can be…
Descriptors: Camping, Emergency Programs, Natural Disasters, Outdoor Activities
Allen, Alan A. – Spill Technology Newsletter, 1991
Reviews in-situ burning with particular emphasis on how it can be applied in water-related oil spill situations. Presents and discusses the use of nomograms and development of techniques cited for safe and effective ignition and controlled burning of spilled oil. Includes representative oil spill scenarios and possible responses. (15 references)…
Descriptors: Ecological Factors, Emergency Programs, Environmental Education, Pollution
Turpin, Rodney D.; Campagna, Philip – Spill Technology Newsletter, 1991
Describes the United States Environmental Protection Agency's program for analytical response to chemical spills. Discusses the role and activities of the Environmental Response Team and the Safety and Air Surveillance Section (SASS). Describes SASS equipment and procedures. Provides case studies that demonstrate emergency response activities.…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Emergency Programs, Environmental Education, Federal Programs
