The potential for harm or loss resulting from hazardous events interacting with vulnerable conditions forms the core of managing potential calamities. For example, constructing buildings to withstand earthquakes in a seismically active... Read more »
A governmental body typically responsible for developing and implementing strategies to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. This often involves coordinating across various agencies and stakeholders, including local communities,... Read more »
Visual representations of hazard potential across the United States, combining geographic information with data on historical events and scientific modeling, illustrate the varying degrees of susceptibility to earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and... Read more »
Equipping law enforcement personnel with specialized skills to prepare for and respond to natural disasters and other catastrophic events is essential for community safety and resilience. These specialized educational initiatives cover a... Read more »