National Center for Disaster Prepardness

MAY 12, 2021

Thus, identifying and planning for the risks of potential disasters, such as a pandemic, is the first step to ensuring that communities and regions are prepared for them. Although each hazard mitigation plan is approved by FEMA, each state widely varies in how thoroughly it includes pandemic risk assessment and strategy in the plan.

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everbridge

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Events such as the devastating incident in Maui serve as grim reminders of the ongoing challenges that persist in disaster preparedness and response. This also contributes to the highly passive (versus proactive) approach displayed in many recent wildfire disasters. seems to be falling behind.

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everbridge

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

In the lead-up to a hurricane, encouraging citizens to sign up for automated community messages can lead to more effective alerting. Additionally, SLG entities should ensure access to FEMA’S Integrated Public Alert & Warning System ( IPAWS ). Failure to do so can leave healthcare staff unable to provide adequate care.

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