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Strengthening Our Nation’s Preparedness with a Public Safety Broadband Network

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By Stephen Benjamin, Chair of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) September marks the 21 st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. It is also National Preparedness Month , which raises awareness about the need to be ready for any and all emergencies. Both serve as poignant reminders that disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, without precedent, and that we must do our...

“Turn Around, Don’t Drown:” Flood Safety Advice from NOAA

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Flooding affects every region differently, but it poses a threat to every state, from coast to coast. Floods can occur due to high tides in coastal areas, heavy rain, overflowing rivers, or storm surge associated with hurricanes and tropical storms. Floods are dangerous and costly. In 2021, U.S. flood fatalities reached 145 and over the past 40 years, flooding has cost about $4 billion per year in...

“When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors:” Lightning Safety Advice from NOAA

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The following is part of a summer blog series with a focus on summer safety tips from NOAA written by Marissa Pekular (Intern) A lightning-filled sky is a common sign of summer in many parts of the United States. Lightning is a giant spark of electricity in the atmosphere between clouds, the air, or the ground. It is often accompanied by thunder– the booming sound wave associated with a lightning...

Intern Spotlight Series: Nahida Islam

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Nahida Islam is an intern in the International Trade Administration, Office of Public Affairs (OPA). In this intern spotlight, she shares her experience as a summer intern, working in the International Trade Administration. This is the final installment of an eight-part series. Can you share a little bit about yourself and why you chose the U.S. Department of Commerce for your internship? My name...

Deputy Secretary Graves and Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierluisi Announce Puerto Rico Economic Dialogue, Meets with Key Local Government, Business, and NGO Leaders to Highlight Dialogue’s Key Pillars

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Last week, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves traveled to San Juan, Puerto Rico where he announced the intent for the US Government to partner with the Government of Puerto Rico to hold an economic dialogue in Washington D.C. in the fall, as well as his new role as Puerto Rico Economic Growth Coordinator. Surrounding the announcement, the Deputy Secretary also participated in several...

Know Before You Go Boating: Safety Tips from NOAA

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The following is part of a summer blog series with a focus on summer safety tips from NOAA written by Marissa Pekular (Intern) If you’re one of the 100 million Americans who go boating each year, you likely enjoy taking in beautiful scenery, making the most of great weather, fishing, swimming, and even just relaxing. However, boating can pose serious risks when you’re on the water. In 2021 , the U...

Biden-Harris Administration Announces over $50 Million in Internet for All Grants to Two Alaska Native Entities

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Assistant Secretary Davidson Announced the Awards During an Official Visit to Alaska At an Internet for All roundtable today in Fairbanks, Alaska, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced that it has awarded two grants as part of the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program. These grants, totaling approximately $51 million, are awarded...

Intern Spotlight Series: Sydney Lyn Lewis

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Sydney Lyn Lewis is an intern in the Deep-Sea Coral Research and Technology Program for the Office of Habitat Conservation. In this intern spotlight, she shares her experience as a summer intern, working in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. This is the final installment of a seven-part series. Can you share a little bit about yourself and why you chose the U.S. Department of...