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Upcoming Workshops
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Our Disaster Debris Management Workshops, held annually since 2006, provide essential training for individuals and organizations responsible for debris management following disasters.
Previous Workshops
Since 2006, our Disaster Debris Management Workshops have offered comprehensive education and resources to support effective post-disaster debris management. Explore the materials and presentations from our past workshops below
Debris Management in Response to Flooding
At H-GAC’s 2025 Disaster Debris Management Webinar, held on July 24 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, participants discussed disaster debris management in response to recent flooding. The event covered topics including flood debris considerations (riverine vs. coastal), damage assessment, types of flood debris, waterway debris removal programs, environmental impacts, and methods for estimating substantial damage.
Disaster Debris Management Workshop
At H-GAC’s 2025 Disaster Debris Management Workshop, held on July 7 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, attendees explored lessons learned from recent disasters, changes in federal rules, and key procedures for private property debris removal. The workshop also highlighted the role of technology and AI—such as drones, ADMS, asset tracking, and 360 cameras—in debris management operations, and provided foundational guidance on road clearance priorities, safety considerations, and documentation requirements.
Strategies for Debris Management Challenges
Waterway and Wildfire Debris Considerations Plus Resources to Aid in Recovery
Debris Program Management
Disaster Related Environmental Impacts
Disaster Related Finance and Administration