Hazard Mitigation

Hazard Mitigation Order Description Essay Question 1 Identify some of the major trends in federal disaster assistance policy (e.g., from structural to nonstructural approaches, from post-disaster relief to mitigation—Does the increased emphasis on nonstructural approaches indicate that structural approaches are ineffective? If not, then what does this shift indicate? Essay Question 2 You are the State Hazard Mitigation Officer for an agricultural Midwest state which is experiencing severe flooding. Estimates suggest that as much as 60% of the agricultural crops have been damaged. Many of the most heavily damaged properties have been repeatedly damaged during the past several flood events. What are some of the primary federal programs you would begin to contact for more detailed information? Why? What types of assistance might be available and at what stage in the emergency management cycle? Essay Question 3 You are the State Hazard Mitigation Officer for a coastal state which has experienced repeated hurricanes and flooding of coastal areas and development infringing on wetlands. Which federal programs would you look to for help in mitigating these hazards? Why? What types of assistance might be available and at what stage in the emergency management cycle?