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An 82nd Airborne Division soldier works with USS Iwo Jima sailors to pump out the basement of a hospital flooded by Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans in 2005. The U.S. military is ready to provide help to U.S. communities when confronted by disaster, Army Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, commander of U.S. Army North, said at a Defense Writers’ Group event in Washington, D.C., Oct. 5, 2016. Army photo

Oct. 5, 2016

U.S. Army North Stands Ready in Event of Disasters, Attacks

WASHINGTON — Army Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, commander of U.S. Army North, said he agrees with a previous commander’s statement that “if you weren’t paranoid when you came to this command, you certainly will be when you leave.” The command is charged with defending the homeland in the event of a natural disaster or an act of war.

September is National Preparedness Month, which serves as a reminder to take action to prepare, now and throughout the year, for the types of emergencies that could affect individuals where they live, work and visit. President Obama’s Proclamation for National Preparedness Month was given Aug. 31, 2015.

Aug. 24, 2016

September is National Preparedness Month

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- — September is National Preparedness Month! Are you ready?

Buckley Fire Department members demonstrate the process and importance of responding to hazardous material incidents Aug. 2, 2016 on Buckley Air Force Base, Colo. The Emergency Operations Center Director Course students were briefed on how damaging different hazardous materials can become if not addressed safely and appropriately. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Holden S. Faul/ Released)

Aug. 4, 2016

EOC Director Course comes to Buckley

BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Buckley Air Force Base is hosting the Emergency Operations Center Director Course from August 2-5. Individuals attending the course are stationed at various locations throughout the Air Force, ranging from civilian to colonel.