Overheard In EM

The emergency manager's job is serious. But sometimes we get to say funny stuff. Use #OHinEM for a retweet or email a comment to [email protected]

[WA Emergency Management @waEMD]

Goodbye https://t.co/Rob09QgNJd. We knew you too well.

[Jennifer Lazo @Jdlazo]

As always, I loudly stated "it wasn't me!" as soon as the phones started going off...

[Overheard In EM @OverheardinEM]

@SamLMontano 👀👀👀

[Overheard In EM @OverheardinEM]

In emergency management we don’t say “I love you.” We say “we are conducting an exercise in a no-fault environment and will provide feedback with three positives and three opportunities for improvement” and I think that’s beautiful.

[Utah Division of Emergency Management (Utah DEM) @UtahEmergency]

@YouDownWithOBP @jesuserenuh Delete your account.

[Jennifer Lazo @Jdlazo]

Working in emergency management in California is a challenge, for sure. Remember, for the earthquake drop, cover, and hold one where you are, THEN get out.

[Jennifer Lazo @Jdlazo]

Overheard in the EOC this morning: "Yes! I'm getting good at bureaucracy!" It was said earnestly. @OverheardinEM @careyactual

[Micki Trost @PIO3micki]

Heard in the EOC last night “Did someone say #ENDEX ?” #COVID19 #EMGTwitter

[EM_millennials @EM_millennials]

If you're an emergency manager at work right now, chances are you are currently in a meeting. Check out some tips to still getting things done when you're always in meetings.

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[Sara Smith @saramhsmith]

Works on Twitter all day.
*Shuts down computer*
"Well that was exhausting, time for a break"
*Opens Twitter on phone*

Rinse. Repeat.

[Francisco Sanchez @F_SanchezJr]

The thing is, I could totally see this being my life. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[EM_millennials @EM_millennials]

Younger emergency managers often get the longer and more difficult schedules (and the less grueling shifts go to more senior employees). We’re on call 24/7/365, working from home when sick, working by cell phone on vacation. Thoughts?

[Francisco Sanchez @F_SanchezJr]

Not your typical emergency management source for tips and tricks, but alas here it is.

[Craig @WCraigFugate]

Understand I’m an #OkBoomer , but it doesn’t change facts. Current communications systems can fail during disaster. Maybe old school, but portable radio is still relevant when your mobile devices don’t work. @BroadlyServing