The Disaster Message Service (DMS) was developed to facilitate communication and provide information about world disasters. This service is provided through our message boards where messages can be posted and read.  DMS was first utilized after devastating  hurricane Marilyn unleashed  hundred mile an hour winds on the Caribbean.  In 1996 DMS provided service to those seeking information about the Great Flood of Oregon. DMS was also used in 1998 when Hurricane Georges caused mass destruction across Central America.  At this time of need   DMS discussion boards became an important resource for locating family and friends and for collaborating relief efforts.  Discussion boards were added in 1999 to include the Colorado School shootings and to provide over 460,000 users with a forum for discussing the controversial  crisis in Yugoslavia. In August 1999, DMS users were provided with up to date discussions and information after an earthquake struck Turkey.   DMS will continue to provide a central location for discussion and information on current world disasters.  ‘When disaster strikes we’ll. be Here’,