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Taking a moment to focus on this month's edition of the Control Room, which highlighted a number of incidents of lightning strikes on players at sporting events around the world*: Japan (April) Soccer team - 18 hospitalised by lightning https://lnkd.in/e67-UkvV Montana, US (August) Student hospitalised by lightning during High School soccer tryout https://lnkd.in/emWeekXN India (October) 64 Killed in Marathwada in Rain-Related Incidents in 2024; 38 Deaths Due to Lightning Strikes https://lnkd.in/eP493mWB Peru (November) football player killed by lightning during match https://lnkd.in/evgtRjxq Accurate weather information is crucial for planning and safety. Here are some key forecasting resources for crowd management professionals to consider: UK: Met Office offers real-time weather warnings and crowd-specific advice for outdoor events. https://lnkd.in/gmGQRcs US: National Weather Service provides detailed forecasts and emergency alerts. https://lnkd.in/eki_EzyC International: World Meteorological Organization (WMO) www.wmo.int AccuWeather www.accuweather.com and Weather Underground www.wunderground.com provide hyper-local forecasts for locations around the world. FEMA www.fema.gov (US) and Resilience Direct www.resilience.gov.uk (UK): For emergency weather-related incidents, including floods, storms and heatwaves. Having a robust plan for monitoring these sources ensures proactive responses to weather related risks. *The photograph is from Cagliari, Italy. 11th June, 1990. A huge lightning bolt strikes over the Sant' Elia Stadium during the 1990 World Cup Finals: England 1 v Republic Of Ireland 1. (Photo by Bob Thomas Sports Photography via Getty Images) #Weather #Lightning #Sports #Forecasting #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

?? Exclusively for GCMA Members: "The Focal Point" Webinar ?? ??? Tuesday, 26 November 2024 ? 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM GMT ?? Online Webinar This session will focus on Educating Regulators, Public Safety and Your Clients. Learn how to advocate for safer spaces and improve collaboration with key stakeholders. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your impact within the crowd management profession. ?? Log in to your GCMA account to register, here ?? https://lnkd.in/eeWEs2rm #GCMA #CrowdSafety #MembersOnly #PublicSafety #EventManagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

?? Huge congratulations to our partners at Event Safety Alliance on a brilliant 10th annual conference, the Rising Tides event in sunny San Diego! ESA continues to set the bar for collaboration, innovation and education in event safety. It was fantastic to see the inimitable Anne Marie Chebib BA (Hons), PGDip, who sits on the Secretariat of Global Crowd Management Alliance, representing both GCMA and UKCMA at the conference. Read more about her experience and the vital work shared at the event here ?? https://lnkd.in/ejeyccPV Here’s to another decade of groundbreaking work in the event safety industry! ???? #GlobalSafety #EventSafety #Collaboration #CrowdManagement #GCMA #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

In our recent post about Travis Scott’s Melbourne concert, we highlighted the chaos that unfolded and the ongoing debate around artists' responsibilities in managing crowd behaviour. In stark contrast, Coldplay’s Chris Martin paused a Sydney show to help a young boy being squeezed in the crowd, ensuring his safety before continuing the performance. This difference in approach raises critical questions about how much influence artists have over the safety of their audiences and what more can be done to promote safer concert experiences. Read more about Chris Martin’s actions here ?? https://lnkd.in/eYsx2neD #CrowdSafety #EventManagement #ChrisMartin #Coldplay #SafeEvents #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

?? What Role Do Artists Play in Crowd Behaviour? ?? Travis Scott's Melbourne concert once again raised critical questions about how performers influence crowd dynamics. Milad Haghani, a Senior Lecturer at UNSW Sydney, explores the role of artists in shaping collective behaviour in his latest article. From chaotic scenes at Astroworld to near-misses in Melbourne, the contrast between Scott's high-energy shows and Taylor Swift's meticulously managed concerts highlights the profound impact performers have on crowd safety. Read the full article in The Conversation U.S., here ?? https://lnkd.in/eccYXaG5 #CrowdManagement #CrowdSafety #EventRisk #LeadershipInCrowds #TravisScott #TaylorSwift #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

?? November Control Room Recap ?? A big thank you to everyone who joined us for this month’s Control Room session! Ben Kidd, Thyr Rodrigues, John Pepper, John Kennett, Brad Hicks, Sara-Jane Kickham, Kerrie Blizard, Michael Iser, Simon James, Nathaniel Kennedy, Danielle Gaudet, CEM, Robert Brown, Ed Steinmetz, Charles Patten and Heather Sorensen. Special shoutout to Anne Marie Chebib BA (Hons), PGDip for hosting from sunny San Diego, where she's proudly representing GCMA at Event Safety Alliance's 10th annual Event Safety Summit. Here's a glimpse of what we covered: ?? Interagency coordination for hosting Taylor Swift in Toronto, where merch queues are forming despite the 6°C chill! ? A recent tragic lightning strike at a soccer match in Peru, sparking a global discussion on weather risks and extreme event preparedness. ?? We heard insights on climate change’s impact on event insurance, emergency closures and balancing crowd safety with tight security measures. ??? We also explored how Protect Duty is influencing crowd management strategies in the UK, including the effects on insurance premiums and counter-terrorism planning in public spaces. Thank you all for contributing to another engaging session! #ControlRoom #GCMA #TaylorSwift #Weather #Lightning #ProtectDuty #MartynsLaw #Networking #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

Wishing our partners at Event Safety Alliance a fabulous 10th Event Safety Summit this week! Taking place from 13-15 November at the Port Pavilion in San Diego, California, the conference features a diverse lineup of presentations, panels, workshops and networking opportunities. The Event Safety Summit provides attendees with actionable ideas, enables collaboration with and communication among like-minded professionals and sends attendees home with new motivation to put life safety first in their daily work.?? #ESA #ESS #EventSafetySummit #SanDiego #California #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

?? Incident Highlights Safety Risks of Pyrotechnics in Sports Arenas This devastating injury to Belgian footballer Fabio Schiafino reminds us of the dangers posed by pyrotechnics in crowd settings. Fabio’s attempt to protect others from an active flare tragically resulted in the loss of his index finger, parts of his thumb and middle finger. Safety professionals know how quickly a seemingly celebratory act can turn catastrophic. The incident underlines the critical need for thorough risk assessments and preventative measures to protect players, staff and fans alike from such hazards. Read more on this case ?? https://lnkd.in/e6pyYdBR With thanks to Ben Crabb - CMIOSH, FISRM, FIPM, MIIRSM, MICPEM, MIIAI for highlighting this incident. #CrowdSafety #SportsVenues #EventRiskManagement #PublicSafety #Pyrotechnics #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

?? Just one week to go until the November edition of The Control Room, GCMA’s monthly networking roundtable for members! ?? Tuesday, 14th November (13/11 Aus/NZ) Join us as we gather to exchange ideas, discuss key challenges and build collaborations across our global community of crowd professionals. The Control Room connects members from every corner of the industry, creating a unique space for shared learning and growth. ?? Not a GCMA member yet? Apply today ?? https://lnkd.in/eZWRGUc7 Supported by our partners: United Kingdom Crowd Management Association, Event Safety Alliance and Event Safety Alliance Canada. #ControlRoom #Networking #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds

?? Remembering Astroworld ?? Today, we pause to honour the memories of those tragically lost three years ago at Astroworld. This heartbreaking event underscored the critical importance of crowd safety and management, calling all of us to continually refine our practices to ensure safer spaces for everyone. In the wake of Astroworld, our community has united around a shared mission: to foster safe, secure and supportive environments for every event attendee. Let us remember those impacted, reflect on lessons learned and continue working towards a future where tragedies like this never happen again. #Astroworld #CrowdSafety #EventSafety #CrowdManagement #GCMA #Events #Crowds #Events #CrowdProfs #EventProfs #GlobalCrowds