~ Department of Homeland Security, Risk Lexicon, 2008
We are now witnessing unprecedented losses of life and property from natural disasters and its imperative that we implement community-based action plans to mitigate the devastating effects of natural hazards such as earthquakes, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods. In order to help its members meet the challenge, NRMCA has developed a guiding document to help communities address these increased risks.
Called Pathway to Resilience – A Guide to Developing a Community Action Plan, the guide offers the overarching goal of supporting and advancing resilience in future construction of buildings and critical infrastructure. The two main approaches to disaster mitigation include voluntary, community-based construction and communication enhancement strategies, and adoption of stricter standards for construction of buildings and infrastructure with the objective of reducing losses.
CLICK HERE to download the Pathways to Resilience guidance document.
READ MORE about the NRMCA information on Resilience at the Build With Strength Website
Read this recent article on Resilience is the new Sustainability
Disaster mitigation works and is cost-effective. Spending time and money upfront to reduce the likelihood of loss during a natural disaster can bring significant benefits to building owners and communities, including lower insurance costs, higher property values, security to residents, maintaining a consistent tax base… Read more from the NRMCA