Manuel Soto

I am an Emergency Manager and Public Servant. Adjunct at UCF. A Combat Veteran. Dad of two and happily married. Links and RT’s are not endorsements!

[Veterans Affairs @DeptVetAffairs]

“It’s when I start to self-isolate and can’t seem to finish projects, can’t seem to stay focused, that seems to be when I go back to seeking out mental health, I like to call them like tune ups.”
— Michelle, @USArmy Veteran
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[Brad Little @GovernorLittle]

Multiple heroic firefighters were attacked today while responding to a fire in North Idaho. This is a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters. I ask all Idahoans to pray for them and their families as we wait to learn more. Teresa and I are heartbroken.

As this situation is still developing, please stay clear from the area to allow law enforcement and firefighters to do their jobs.

[1st Infantry Division @FightingFirst]

The 1st Infantry Division stays ready to overcome any obstacle in our way whether it’s raining, snowing, or shining. 🌨️❄️☀️
#thiswelldefend #BigRedOne #Army250

[1st Infantry Division @FightingFirst]

The Devil Brigade sharpened its lethality at NTC Rotation 25-04, executing breaching ops, attacks, and defensive maneuvers under live-fire conditions. With all five brigades and DIV HQ complete with NTC, 1ID remains the most ready division in the Army. #DutyFirst #NothingAtRest

[1st Infantry Division @FightingFirst]

The Big Red One’s “Division in the Dirt” rotation is officially complete! Stay tuned for more action and key moments from the training. #NothingAtRest #DutyFirst

Photos by Sgt. Charles Leitner

[Orange County Sheriff's Office @OrangeCoSheriff]

OCSO, Orange County Fire Rescue, and multiple local, federal, and other public safety agencies participated in a full-scale security exercise today at the Orange County Convention Center.

The training focused on responding to an active shooter scenario and improving coordination across agencies. These exercises help ensure a unified and effective response to keep residents and visitors safe.

“Full-scale exercises like this are an essential part of our preparation to keep this community safe,” said Undersheriff Mark Canty.

[1st Infantry Division @FightingFirst]

Happy Holidays from the Big Red One!

[FEMA @fema]

Today, @FEMA_deanne & other members of our staff met with @LULAC leadership to conduct a ceremonial signing of a memorandum of agreement & discuss a way forward in supporting equity in preparedness.

[NWS Melbourne @NWSMelbourne]

10AM 11/4 | Tropical Depression 18 has developed in the south-central Caribbean. Locally, heavy rainfall remains possible Wednesday into Thursday, though it is too early to discuss specific rainfall amounts. Continue to monitor the forecast for updates over the next several days.

[Mayor Buddy Dyer @orlandomayor]

Our community is devastated following a tragedy that took the lives of two individuals and forever changed the lives of many others. As we send our collective support to those impacted, we're continuing to leverage every single tool available to keep our city safe.

[Orlando Fire Dept @OrlandoFireDept]

This #Halloween morning, Susan and her dog Disco stopped by Fire Station 4 to thank the crew at FS4 and Tower 6 for assisting. We're glad to see she and Disco are doing great! #firefighter #firefighterlife #ofdfire

[Mayor Buddy Dyer @orlandomayor]

Today is National First Responders Day. I hope you'll join me in thanking the @OrlandoFireDept and @OrlandoPolice first responders who are committed to serving Orlando. Each day, they risk their own safety to be there for our community.

[Orlando International Airport @MCO]

Operational Update #7 - Hurricane Milton
Emergency crews remained onsite overnight, and damage assessment will start taking place now. Once information becomes available about a specific time that commercial operations will resume, we'll be sure to post about it.

[OCFire Rescue @OCFireRescue]

In the early morning hours of Friday, Sept. 27- Task Force 4 received orders for immediate deployment to Pasco County. They were then sent to Tampa, where they remain now, to assist with water rescues. We will keep you posted on their mission. #Helene @OrlandoFireDept @scfdpio

[Guitars For Vets @guitarsforvets]

Promoting mental health awareness through the healing power of music. #MentalHealthAwareness #GuitarsforVets

[Guitars For Vets @guitarsforvets]

On this Memorial Day, Guitars for Vets remembers and honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

[Orlando International Airport @MCO]

When they said "good as gold," they were definitely talking about Victor! 🐶 This golden boy gives snuggles that'll make your day, fur sure! To catch cuddles from this #MCOPawPilots before you jet, stop by the A/B Food Court area from 2-4pm; Victor can't wait to see you there! 🐾

[Deborah Martorell @DeborahTiempo]

¡Buenos días! Hoy sábado:
🌤 La mañana mayormente despejada, neblina en zona central.
⛈️ En la tarde desarrollo de aguaceros en el interior y suroeste.
🌊 3-5 pies, riesgo moderado de corrientes marinas.
✈️ Visita del avión CazaHuracanes en Aguadilla

[Orlando International Airport @MCO]

When you thought you booked with JetBlue, but you actually just booked with Blue. 🦖 #NationalVelociraptorAwarenessDay

[Dr. Claire Knox @DrEcoclaire]

What an incredible evening with the Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Guthrie. @FLSERT @KevinGuthrieFL @spaucf @UCFCCIE