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Todd Jasper

Federal emergency manager (consultant), Apple addict, always challenging the status quo
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Opinion

How to Prevent an Active Shooter

Statistics released by the U.S. Secret Service reveal that the majority of active shooter incidents are preventable. Do you know the warning signs?

DHS Active Shooter Pocket Card

Awareness

How to Survive an Active Shooter

If you hear shots fired, do you know what to do? Think the correct response is always lockdown? This article could save your life.

Awareness

Blog: West Nile Virus—What You Need to Know (in Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch)

This past week, Maryland reported its first death from West Nile virus. Here’s what you need to know about the virus.

Opinion

Blog: Village of Friendship Heights Dodged the Derecho Bullet (in Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch)

With an extremely high population density and a large number of senior citizens, Friendship Heights is at risk for disaster.

Severe Weather: The Difference Between Watch and Warning (in Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch)

When seconds count, knowing the difference between a watch or a warning can save your life!

Public Safety

“Click It or Ticket” Comes to Chevy Chase (in Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch)

This summer, police officers in Chevy Chase will be aggressively enforcing Maryland’s seat belt laws.

Crime

Lessons from Lululemon: When Should You Call 911? (in Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch)

With the constant police presence in Chevy Chase, help is always a call away.

Awareness

3 Easy Steps Could Save Your Life (in Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch)

Are you prepared for an emergency?

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