The number of COVID-19 cases in the United States has surpassed 1,000, and Italy has imposed a nationwide lockdown to stop the spread of the coronavirus;
EDM Wednesday Briefing: Library Blaze Kills Firefighter in Porterville
Emergency and disaster management briefing for February 19, 2020: A deadly fire at a California library claimed the life of a firefighter -- and other news.
AP Interview: UN Chief Says New Virus Poses 'Enormous' Risks
The U.N. secretary-general said Tuesday the virus outbreak that began in China poses “a very dangerous situation” for the world, but “is not out of control.”
Global Coronavirus Fatalities Near DRC's Ebola Death Toll
The continuing spread of the coronavirus has pushed the deadly Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo from the top spot in the world’s health news.
WHO Calls Coronavirus a 'Very Grave Threat' for the World
While most people around the world were celebrating New Year’s Eve, Chinese officials were alerting WHO of the appearance of coronavirus cases in Wuhan.
EDM Wednesday Briefing: Heavy Rains Cause Tennessee Flooding and Rockslide
Emergency and disaster management briefing for February 12, 2020: Heavy rains led to widespread flooding in Tennessee – and other news.
EDM Monday Briefing: Bahamas Recovery Struggling as New Hurricane Season Looms
Emergency and disaster management briefing for February 10, 2020: Abaco Islands in the Bahamas is still facing recovery after Dorian – and other news.
EDM Friday Briefing: Crude Oil Train Derailment in Canada Prompts Countrywide Speed Limit
Emergency and disaster management briefing for February 7, 2020: Nearly 40 airlines from various countries have suspended service to China amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Virus Spreads despite Quarantines, Face Masks and Precautions
Despite the massive use of face masks, the coronavirus continues to spread rapidly in China, with more than 17,000 cases.
Coronavirus: Here Are 10 Misconceptions Being Spread
“Is it safe to eat Chinese food?” That was a question from an audience member at a coronavirus public information session in NYC.