2019 Starts Strong with Emergency Communications Academy
More than 100 communications professionals from multi-jurisdictions statewide came together for the first annual Cal OES and CAPIO Emergency Communications Academy, January 7-8 in Sacramento. Kicking off the two-day conference was Kelly Huston, with the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and Christine Brainerd, CAPIO President and City of Folsom’s Communications Director.
The first day was packed with dynamic speakers that had led communications strategies during high-profile emergency incidents including mass shootings, mudslides, train derailments, and airport safety and security. Each presenter brought passion and knowledge, and openly shared key take-a-ways from their experience. In addition, Cal OES staff gave a brief summary of Joint Information Center protocols and procedures.