GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Examples of mitigation strategies include: hazard specific control activities such as flood levees or bushfire mitigation strategies. design improvements to infrastructure or services. land use planning and design decisions that avoid developments and community infrastructure in areas prone to hazards.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mitigation is defined as “sustained action that reduces or eliminates long-term risk to people and property from natural hazards and their effects.” It describes the ongoing effort at the federal, state, local and individual levels to lessen the impact of disasters upon our families, homes, communities and economy.

Detailed explanation-3: -The suggested mitigation actions are summarized into four types: (1) Local Planning and Regulations, (2) Structure and Infrastructure Projects, (3) Natural Systems Protection, and (4) Education and Awareness Programs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Identification and measuring disaster risk. Education and knowledge development. Informing people about their risk (awareness raising) Incorporating DRM into national planning and investment. Strengthening institutional and legislative arrangements. More items