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In April 2024, millions traveled to experience the four minutes of darkness within the path of totality. Emergency crews from all over were brought in to make sure everyone stayed safe. Salamander was used throughout the US to account for responders during the eclipse, with Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) taking the lead in Illinois.
Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) accounted for response agencies at the 43rd Ryder Cup at the Whistling Straits in Haven, Wisconsin. Salamander was utilized to know who was at the event and what they were assigned to do.
With hiking COVID numbers across the country, the New Jersey Incident Management Team (IMT) wanted to get a jump start at preparing for any spikes within their State. They began by setting up four field medical stations to help alleviate any potential overcrowding at the New Jersey hospitals.
To date, thousands of Federal, Tribal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) have participated in the 1033 Program. These agencies have met specific criteria and have been approved to be active members. The 1033 Program allows agencies to access obsolete / unneeded excess property turned in by U.S. military units around the world. Property ranges from military-specific equipment and vehicles to generic office furniture, computers, medical items, and shop equipment.
Waukesha County, WI is one of the POD locations in Wisconsin that is providing COVID-19 vaccinations to citizens.