I 100% believe that it will be a meme that eventually takes this godforsaken administration down.

January 23rd, 1969: A long-lived tornado ripped through six counties south of Jackson, Mississippi. The town of Hazlehurst was devastated, as around 175 homes were damaged or destroyed. 32 people were killed, making this event the deadliest January tornado since 1950.

FED CASE: U.S. Supreme Court justices across the political spectrum appeared skeptical of President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook, and his effort to influence the independent central bank. From States Newsroom:

Mapping the Impact and Informing Economic Resilience: An Analysis of Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNAs) https://ow.ly/3bTF50XZThw National Centre for Resilience Global Resilience Partnership (GRP) #NoNaturalDisasters Kevin Blanchard (he/him)

Just to be clear: Watch out for ice AND Watch out for ICE. Both are cold and slippery and will kill you for no reason.

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You are so welcome @rcnlibraries.bsky.social & thank you for your great info & the way you make #HumansWin on this world that we share 🤗✨🎉

Thx @globalcmrpt.bsky.social -we need to remember to prepare to respond to other disasters for upcoming election administration timeframes, too.

The 3 biggest issues to watch in vaccine policy in 2026 https://ow.ly/kiCU50XVemN Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health National Pediatric Disaster Coalition Teresa Hartman, MLS

"Humans possess intelligence, and machines do not. The difference between a human and a word-guessing program isn't how many words the human knows." #AI

There seems to be lots of very lovely people in Minneapolis. 🩵

i think about this every time i look at the latest Overdrive or Hoopla or Kanopy invoice. unless prices or demand stabilize, our budget and thus our library will soon be describable as “lessee of digital content with a legacy dead-tree side concern.” 📚

Make no mistake, he is justifying violence if he objects to the outcome of an election. Keep that in mind as we prepare for 2026.

"If you take PRObiotics and ANTIbiotics at the same time, you'll get the perfect amount of biotics" This is laugh-out-loud funny!

Southern Poverty Law Center UNDER THE RADAR: Natural Disaster Risk & Election Administration https://ow.ly/h7y450XVeku Cassandra Garibay Dr. Samantha Montano National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University Natural Hazards Center

"we don't want people thinking Democrats are for open borders" I am! who gives a shit!!! my life has been immeasurably improved by the presence of immigrants in my community, regardless of their status, there is literally no downside there! why would I give a shit!!!!

BRINGING THE HEAT: An Iowa-based hot sauce company is suing one of its manufacturers, alleging it turned out bottled products that bubbled, fermented and exploded. From @statesnewsroom: buff.ly/2T8j1nw

Federal grants for flood mitigation work sat on hold as storms inundated Washington state https://ow.ly/SWw050XTcyj Teresa Hartman, MLS National Pediatric Disaster Coalition Dr. Samantha Montano

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Congratulations Teresa! Wishing you a great next stage. Thank you for all your engagement here and on Twitter before 😊!

I am retiring. They have posted my job: joblist.ala.org/jobs/view/ed.... Thx @ala-joblist.bsky.social 👍 This @unmc.bsky.social library team is fantastic to work with.

ASPR: HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response Cybersecurity Preparedness Strategies for Healthcare Webinar, Jan 13 https://ow.ly/IvtH50XUEiN Teresa Hartman, MLS National Pediatric Disaster Coalition National Hispanic Medical Association

Healthcare Security in Focus: Causes of Violence and Strategies to Diffuse and Prevent It Webinar, Jan 16 https://ow.ly/nTEU50XUNmu The American Academy of Pediatrics National Hispanic Medical Association AAMC Teresa Hartman, MLS

Climate-resilient health systems for sustained value chains, healthcare access and services Webinar, Jan 22 https://ow.ly/or7l50XXIG8 Teresa Hartman, MLS SAFE Project National Pediatric Disaster Coalition AAMC

How times have changed!

Keep watch, O God, with those who work, watch and weep this night--in anguish from war and terror, crushed by despair, oppressed by fear. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted all for your love’s sake. Amen.

I am retiring. They have posted my job: joblist.ala.org/jobs/view/ed.... Thx @ala-joblist.bsky.social 👍 This @unmc.bsky.social library team is fantastic to work with.

Federal judge says Trump administration must restore disaster money to Democratic states https://ow.ly/az6950XTc9X Teresa Hartman, MLS National Pediatric Disaster Coalition Dr. Samantha Montano

Just a reminder: there’s a vaccine for that!

Stoke fear. Exploit desperation. Suspend the rule of law. Fan brutality. Every time the stronger brutalize the weak, it’s fundamentally the same playbook. Our duty is to stand up to brutality. Our moral obligation is to protect the vulnerable and hold the powerful accountable.

I invite all Americans to join Minnesota in a day of unity tomorrow.

I sent my January newsletter out early. It is about disaster books including some recommendations. It’s about as cozy a newsletter as is possible for a newsletter about disasters so if you need something to disappear into for a minute this might be the thing. open.substack.com/pub/disaster...

At CES 2026, where I find myself asking "Oh what fresh hell is this?" every five minutes

It is finally soup and candle weather and my soul has desperately needed this. Sitting by my window watching the sleet, sipping my hot cider, cat in my lap and reading about social justice. My soul is finally resting a little.

REGENTS DELAY: The NU Board of Regents will delay a vote regarding an $800 million transaction with Clarkson Regional Health Services until next week, coming as state lawmakers urge regents to "tap the brakes." From Zach Wendling nebraskaexaminer.com/2026/01/08/n...

The first time Charlie Chaplin spoke onscreen, he implored the people of the world to resist the rising tide of fascism. Nearly 90 years later, it remains a timely message.

Hey hey hey what the fuck

Disaster Medicine in the MENA Region: Lessons Learned and Future Directions Webinar, Jan 6 https://ow.ly/Rqhl50XQM0y Teresa Hartman, MLS Centre for Humanitarian Action Humanitarian Policy Group

The American Academy of Pediatrics loses government funding after criticizing RFK Jr https://ow.ly/h0Ln50XNTNW National Hispanic Medical Association National Pediatric Disaster Coalition Dr. Syra Madad, DHSc, MSc, MCP, CHEP Make a Donation at: https://ow.ly/mP1O50XNTNQ AAMC Teresa Hartman, MLS

THE HOTEL2HOSPITAL PROJECT: A SOLUTION FOR MEDICAL SURGE Webinar, Jan 14 https://ow.ly/XSPQ50XQeiw AAMC National Pediatric Disaster Coalition Teresa Hartman, MLS International Association of Emergency Managers Dr. Samantha Montano

RT ProPublica Senator Endorses Discredited Doctor’s Book on a Chemical He Claims Treats Everything From Autism to Cancer https://ow.ly/cy1j50XMYGN The American Academy of Pediatrics National Hispanic Medical Association Teresa Hartman, MLS Helen Branswell 🇨🇦 CIDRAP

Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products https://ow.ly/Oa0H50XMYPR National Hispanic Medical Association The American Academy of Pediatrics National Pediatric Disaster Coalition Teresa Hartman, MLS Dr. Syra Madad, DHSc, MSc, MCP, CHEP

CEPI to Fund Pivotal Phase 3 Trial for Moderna’s mRNA Pandemic Influenza Candidate https://ow.ly/Gyp150XNTra Global Center for Health Security Dr. Nahid Bhadelia BEACON The Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response Teresa Hartman, MLS Ray Barishansky

America's new top health diplomat has strong opinions on abortion and gender https://ow.ly/4BZf50XNTvi Dr. Nahid Bhadelia Helen Branswell 🇨🇦 IDSA Dr. Tom Frieden Dr. Syra Madad, DHSc, MSc, MCP, CHEP Ray Barishansky Teresa Hartman, MLS

Winter sunsets are the best ones I will take no questions

I do palliative care consults. Often my role is to tell patients and their families they are dying. I'm the grim reaper of the palliative care team. I say DEATH. The scary word because someone has to. I sit with them in silence after that word or leave if they tell me to fuck off. It's my job.

Another Project 2025 tracker that doesn't include FEMA. Don't worry -- I have you covered: disasterology.substack.com/p/disasterol...

I still miss them. I have some of my faves taped to my office door.