Although mitigation is not one of the core mission areas of an EOP, it is a very important component that addresses the protection of people and

 Although mitigation is not one of the core mission areas of an EOP, it is a very important component that addresses the protection of people and structures, and the minimization of costs to response and recovery actions. Compare mitigation and preparedness, especially in the emergency management and homeland security arenas, including the advantages and shortcomings of both.