Keynote Sessions for Preparedness Conference to Focus on Climate and the Impact to Emergency Management

Augusta, Maine - The 7th Annual Maine Partners in Emergency Preparedness Conference (April 21st and 22nd, Augusta Civic Center) will feature two thought-provoking plenary sessions. On Tuesday, an internationally acclaimed scientist and explorer, leader of more than 55 expeditions to some of the remotest reaches of the planet, will discuss what he and his team have learned about the global climate system and its application to Maine. And on Wednesday, a member of New York State Office of Emergency Management, well versed in disaster management, will talk about the massive lake effect snow storm that struck Western New York in November 2014.

Day One, Tuesday April 21st

Journey Into Climate and Implications for Maine.

• Dr. Paul Andrew Mayewski, Director, Climate Change Institute, Distinguished Maine