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[Bill @Bill_Post_U]

@Joshua975071601 @Sarge4EMH There are definitely many ways to volunteer in the event of a crisis. As @Joshua975071601 stated, like the Red Cross or see if your community has a CERT team. Don't wait till tragedy strikes; you can get involved early. #EMH280Chat

[Sarge4EMH @Sarge4EMH]

As a community member, I want to know how to help my neighbors and local emergency responders during a disaster. What are some ways I can contribute and assist in times of crisis? #EMH280Chat

[Bill @Bill_Post_U]

@EzMainini I believe X can translate posts for users, which may be helpful. Also, you should think about posting in both languages if your jurisdiction has many non-English speaking people. #EMH280Chat https://t.co/rWAJM5hMae

[Elijah Mainini @EzMainini]

While keeping in mind the fact that America is one big, messy melting-pot, how can Emergency Managers effectively communicate through the plentiful online mediums with community members who speak English as a second language? #EMH280chat

[Bill @Bill_Post_U]

@texcat66 I knew that, but somehow, as I was typing, I didn't believe it because 280 characters run out fast, too. #EMH280Chat

[Bill @Bill_Post_U]

Using Twitter with the limitation of 140 characters, how do we convey complex information to the public? #EMH280Chat

[Bill @Bill_Post_U]

@JustLooking11b Mastering social media algorithms takes work. You have to gain a following and maintain engagement to stay on top. There are many strategies for doing this. I found this article on #HOOTSUITE that may help. https://t.co/vnu4rPAgkn #EMH280Chat

[Dylan @snevets_nalyd]

Do you use social media more for entertainment, networking, or news? Personally I do a little bit of each, and I believe in the future we will see more local governments and emergency apparatus use it.

(for a class I’m in but feel free to respond lol)

#EMH280Chat

[Bill @Bill_Post_U]

@Moon21phase In an emergency, I think we cannot abandon traditional ways to get the info out, Such as reverse 911 or FCC EAS system. However, maintaining a social media presence is important for routine information. #EMH280chat

[Whitney Nicole @Moon21phase]

Not everyone uses social media, such as older people. What is a different way to get out information to those who would not see it during an emergency? #EMH280Chat

[Bill @Bill_Post_U]

@texcat66 It is important not to over-extend our resources by using too many platforms. Researching where our constituents spend their time and monitoring the activity on those platforms can help. Also, Using services like Hootsuite to monitor across platforms. #EMH280Chat

[K.Smith @texcat66]

Q2: With how many different social media platform options exist (and change over time), how do you choose which ones your agency will communicate through? #EMH280Chat