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US - Florida: Officials say about 50 people killed in night club shooting in Orlando - June 12, 2016

City of Orlando declaring an emergency to be able to obtain more resources.

Possibly as many as 50 dead inside the club.
 
Source: https://twitter.com/orlandomayor

Mayor Buddy Dyer Retweeted
OneBlood ‏@my1blood 1h1 hour ago
Urgent need for O Neg, O Pos and AB Plasma donors following a mass shooting in Orlando call 1.888.936.6283 or click. http://bit.ly/1ppgQJE

Mayor Buddy Dyer ‏@orlandomayor 2h2 hours ago
We are setting up a hotline for concerned family members - 407.246.4357. 5/7

Mayor Buddy Dyer ‏@orlandomayor 2h2 hours ago
Because of the scale I have called Governor Scott to request a state of emergency and we are issuing a state of emergency in the City.2/7
 
Gov. Scott: We Will Devote Every Resource Available to Assist with Orlando Shooting

On June 12, 2016, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. ? Today, Governor Rick Scott released the following statement on this morning?s shooting in Orlando.

Governor Scott said, ?Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, families and all those affected by this horrific tragedy. We are a strong and resilient state and we will devote every resource available to assist with the shooting in Orlando. Our state emergency operations center is also monitoring this tragic incident. I have been in constant communication with Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and state and local law enforcement this morning. I would like to also thank all the first responders who quickly came to assist and help those in need.?

Governor Scott is traveling to Orlando now to meet with law enforcement and local officials. An updated schedule will be released shortly.

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http://www.flgov.com/2016/06/12/gov...ce-available-to-assist-with-orlando-shooting/
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Governor Scott Declares State of Emergency in Orange County Following Tragic Shooting

On June 12, 2016, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. ? Today, Governor Rick Scott issued Executive Order 16-142 declaring a state of emergency in Orange County following the tragic shooting in Orlando this morning.

To view Executive Order 16-142, click HERE.

http://www.flgov.com/2016/06/12/gov...y-in-orange-county-following-tragic-shooting/
 
[h=1]OneBlood Accepting Blood Donations[/h] [FONT=&quot]Posted date: June 12, 2016[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] ?There is an urgent need for O Negative, O Positive and AB Plasma blood donors following a mass shooting in Orlando, Florida. The need for blood continues. All eligible O Negative, O Positive and AB donors are urged to please donate today. ?
Please visit the following local blood donation centers:
  • Orlando
    345 W. Michigan Street, suite 106
    Orlando, FL 32804
  • Orlando
    8669 Commodity Circle
    Orlando, Fl 32819
  • Oviedo
    1954 W Aloma Suite 1100
    Oviedo Fl 32765
  • Lake Mary
    105 Waymont Drive Suite 111
    Lake Mary FL 32746
  • Kissimmee
    1029 N. John Young Parkway
    Kissimmee FL 34741
http://www.cityoforlando.net/blog/oneblood-accepting-blood-donations/
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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) ? The Latest on the shooting at an Orlando nightclub (all times local):

1:20 p.m.

Hundreds of people in Orlando have lined up to give blood to help the victims of the massacre at a gay nightclub.

Officials at OneBlood say they have received such an overwhelming response that they are now asking donors to come back over the next several days. More than 50 people were injured and 50 were killed when a gunman opened fire inside a gay nightclub in Orlando early Sunday morning.

more...

http://bigstory.ap.org/article/16b7...st-orlando-police-report-controlled-explosion
 
[h=1]City of Orlando Update 3:30 p.m.[/h] [FONT=&quot]Posted date: June 12, 2016[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] We know it is a very difficult time for families that are still waiting for information. As difficult as it is, we ask for patience, compassion and love. Pulse remains an active crime scene. Law enforcement is working the scene as efficiently and diligently as possible while being respectful to the remains of the deceased

We are setting up additional means of communication. We have the hotline, where it is important if you have a loved one that you believe is a victim to call. We are setting up a website. Cityoforlando.net/victims will be updated with the names of the deceased after the next of kin is notified.

We have all the resources at the state and federal government to offer.

Our community will be grieving together for the next days, weeks and months.

We need to support each other, love each other and this will not define us but will bring us together

Aspire Health has offered grief counselors and can be reached through the Zebra Coalition. The LGBT Center on Mills is also open with grief counselors.

-Mayor Buddy Dyer

Spanish

http://www.cityoforlando.net/mayor/2016/06/city-of-orlando-update-330-p-m/
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[FONT=&quot]Our Community’s Hearts and Prayers Are with Pulse Nightclub Shooting Victims and Their Families

[FONT=&quot]Posted date: June 12, 2016[/FONT]

This morning our community, and our nation, experienced a horrific crime. Our hearts and prayers are with the victims and their families.

We are dealing with a tragedy that we never could have imagined. What happened this morning in our city could have happened in any community in the country. President Barack Obama has provided the support of the federal government, and Governor Rick Scott accepted my request for a state of emergency in the City. This allows us to bring in additional resources to support our efforts.

We are focused on identifying the victims and notifying their families. Law enforcement is working the scene as efficiently and diligently as possible while being respectful to the remains of the deceased. The names of the victims after their next of kin have been notified are being added to cityoforlando.net/victims.

I am proud of how our community has responded to this tragedy. Our dedicated first responders and hospital staff deserve our thanks. Their actions have saved many lives. And today many residents donated blood to help the victims and joined one another to lend support.

We have set up a hotline for family members of the victims: 407.246.4357. Aspire Health has also offered grief counselors through the Zebra Coalition who can be reached at 407.228.1448.

We understand our community is grieving and that vigils are being planned but please hold off on vigils – they represent a serious strain on our limited City and public safety resources, which we need to dedicate to law enforcement and victims.

If you are seeking a location to leave memorial items, please use the green space in front of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Orlando.

Despite the fact that this crime will have a lasting effect on our city and country, Orlando is a strong community. We will be grieving together in the upcoming days, weeks and months. We need to support each other and love each other. This tragedy will not define us, but will bring us together.
–
Buddy Dyer, Mayor

Spanish

http://www.cityoforlando.net/mayor/2...heir-families/[/FONT]
 
FOLLOWING ORLANDO TERROR ATTACK, GOV. SCOTT REQUESTS EMERGENCY DECLARATION FROM PRESIDENT OBAMA

On June 13, 2016, in News Releases, by Staff


ORLANDO, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott has requested an Emergency Declaration under the Stafford Act from President Obama. To view the letter, click HERE.

Governor Rick Scott said, “Yesterday’s terror attack was an attack on our state and entire nation. This morning, I have asked President Obama to declare an emergency so that the full resources of the federal government can be made available for all those impacted by this horrific massacre.

“I have remained in constant communication with federal, state and local law enforcement. I have spoken with our hospitals who are caring for those who are wounded and recovering. I have also been in contact with some of the victims’ families to let them know we are grieving with them and will be there for them every step of the way. Our state is mourning, but the Orlando community is strong. We are all coming together, and we will get through this together. I ask every American to continue to pray for our state and nation and all those affected by this terror attack.”

Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera said, “We are devastated, angry and disgusted by the horrifying act of domestic terrorism that took place here in our state. I have been on the ground in Orlando, and the sense of community and love we see here is proof that we are a resilient people. We as Americans have shown and will continue to show that we cannot and will not be intimidated into changing our way of life by evil. The State of Florida has offered all resources available, and will continue to be in constant contact with all agencies involved. Our prayers are with those and their families devastated by last night’s act of terror, and we will be doing everything possible to support.”
 
[h=2]Gov. Scott Issues Updates on State Response to Orlando Terror Attack[/h] On June 13, 2016, in News Releases, by Staff




ORLANDO, Fla. ? Following the terror attack in Orlando yesterday morning, Governor Scott today remained in constant communication with state agency leaders who are working to ensure the state is responding to any needs. Governor Scott remains in Orlando and has been meeting with federal, state and local officials throughout the day.
Florida Division of Emergency Management
  • The State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Tallahassee remains at a level 1 since the activation at 11:00 AM EST yesterday. The SEOC is coordinating efforts with federal, state and local partners to monitor and respond as needed.
Florida Department of Law Enforcement
  • FDLE continues to coordinate with the FBI, the Orlando Police Department and the Orange County Sheriff?s Office on the terror attack and ongoing investigation.
  • FDLE is assisting the FBI investigating links to terrorism, and the Florida Fusion Center continues to share resources, expertise and information to better identify, detect, prevent, apprehend and respond to criminal and terrorist activity utilizing an all crimes/all hazards approach.
  • FDLE is also leading the officer involved shooting investigation. All involved officers have been relieved of duties per normal officer-involved shooting procedure.
  • FDLE encourages all Floridians and visitors to report suspicious activity. ?If You See Something, Say Something?? by calling 1-855-FLA-SAFE or report online at FDLE.State.FL.US.
Florida Department of Health
  • The Florida Department of Health has activated the Florida Emergency Mortuary Operations Response System and deployed a 22 person Victim Identification Unit to support the District 9 Medical Examiner?s Office and a 20 person Morgue Identification Unit.
  • The department is closely monitoring the supply of blood in the area and is in regular contact with OneBlood and other Orlando area blood banks. Blood banks reported that donation centers are overcrowded with willing donors and the blood center is at full capacity. DOH is asking donors to make appointments to donate later in the week. Residents who are interested in donating blood should schedule an appointment later this week via www.oneblood.org.
  • DOH has established contact with the Florida Crisis Consortia and proactively alerted Disaster Behavioral Health Teams to be on stand-by for future deployments.
Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
  • DJJ has notified all employees of the availability of the counseling services through the employee assistance program.
Florida Department of Transportation
  • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) remains in constant contact with all local and district partners and stands ready to offer traffic and road closure support.
  • FDOT urges all Orlando resident and visitors to monitor local traffic advisories throughFL511.com.
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
  • The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles continues to stands ready to assist with traffic and road closure support if needed.
  • FHP is providing scene security and patrol in the immediate area of the incident. Motorists should plan their routes accordingly and try to avoid the area.
  • The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles urges all Floridians to register or update their Emergency Contact Information (ECI). By registering emergency contact information, an individual?s family and loved ones can have peace of mind that law enforcement can reach them in the event of an emergency. Individuals can register or update their ECI here:www.flhsmv.gov/ECI.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
  • The FWC Critical Incident Stress Management Team is available in the Orlando region to provide emotional and psychological support to first responders if needed.
Florida Department of Education
Florida College System
  • Seminole State College has grief counselors available for students and staff at all of its campuses. The college is also encouraging students and staff to use the crisis hotlines as needed; students should call (407) 416-9976 and staff should call (800) 272-7252.
  • Valencia College has grief counselors available for students and staff, as well as reflection spaces on campus. The college has also increased the number of security officers and law enforcement present. Students and staff have access to free counseling via phone by calling (800) 878-5470.
  • The Department of Education?s Division of Florida Colleges will continue to watch for updates and ensure counselors are available where needed.
K-12 Public School System
  • The Orange County Public Schools Headquarters Office will have heighted security, and grief counselors will be available. All Orange County Public Schools are currently out for summer break.
Florida Department of Management Services
  • DMS is monitoring both commercial, cellular and public safety land mobile radio to ensure first responders, residents and visitors are able to communicate response and recovery needs.
 
Even though FluTrackers is based in the Orlando area and we are a charity, please DO NOT donate any money to us regarding the Orlando massacre. We do not have the apparatus or staff to administrate large sums of money. Please donate to charities working to help in this situation after thoroughly checking it out.
 
Governor Scott Activates Florida Disaster Fund Following Orlando Terror Attack

On June 13, 2016, in News Releases, by Staff


ORLANDO, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott announced the activation of the Florida Disaster Fund following yesterday’s terror attack in Orlando. The Florida Disaster Fund will help provide financial support to organizations that serve survivors, their families, and all those in need. To make a contribution, please visit www.FloridaDisasterFund.org.

Governor Scott said, “We are committed to ensuring that every resource is available to help those in need following yesterday’s horrific terror attack in Orlando.

Since the attack, we have seen Floridians unite together and our state has received an incredible outpouring of prayers and support. Activating the Florida Disaster Fund will give individuals across the country the opportunity to assist survivors and the loved ones of the victims. We will continue to work together in the coming days to do all we can to help this community heal.”

The Florida Disaster Fund is the State of Florida’s official private fund established to assist Florida’s communities as they respond to and recover during times of emergency or disaster. In partnership with the public sector, private sector and other non-governmental organizations, the Florida Disaster Fund supports response and recovery activities. There is no overhead funding; 100% of funds raised will go toward those in need. Donations to the Florida Disaster Fund are made to the Volunteer Florida Foundation, 501(c)(3) charitable organization and are tax deductible.

Donations may be made by credit card on the secure website www.floridadisasterfund.org or by check to the below address. Checks should be made payable to the Volunteer Florida Foundation and should include “Florida Disaster Fund” in the memo line.
Volunteer Florida Foundation
Attention: Florida Disaster Fund
3800 Esplanade Way, Suite 180
Tallahassee, FL 32311
For additional questions about the Florida Disaster Fund, please contact info@volunteerflorida.orgor call (850) 414-7400.
 
Putting 'Deadliest Mass Shooting In U.S. History' Into Some Historical Context

[FONT=&quot]June 13, 20164:16 PM ET[/FONT]





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What about the Wounded Knee Massacre? Or Mountain Meadows Massacre in 1857? Or the Tulsa Massacre in 1921

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Before 1900, most mass murders were perpetrated by the "haves" against the "have nots." After 1900, mass murders began being perpetrated by the "have nots" against the "haves." Another difference is that before the 20th Century few mass murders were perpetrated by a single person.

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Therefore, in service of precision, history and what we may not know, what happened in Orlando on Sunday was the deadliest mass public shooting in modern U.S. history.

more...

http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-w...orical-context
 
After 1900, mass murders began being perpetrated by the "have nots" against the "haves."
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An individual man ambushed and shot many individuals, not a 'mass.' There was no social justice agenda.
 
Source: http://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-...omplicated-relationship-homosexuality-n594336

Orlando Highlights Islam's Complicated Relationship With Homosexuality
by Alastair Jamieson and Michele Neubert

Islam's approach to homosexuality has been in the spotlight since the massacre at an Orlando gay club ? criminal or compassionate? Prejudiced or progressive?

While ISIS death squads enforce an extreme version of Islam that punishes gays with death, the religion's history is far more nuanced. And like most relationships, when it comes to Islam and homosexuality ? it's complicated...
 
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