The federal government requires that all communities now establish mitigation plans before a disaster occurs. The text distinguishes between structural and nonstructural mitigation efforts. Examples o

The federal government requires that all communities now establish mitigation plans before a disaster occurs. The text distinguishes between structural and nonstructural mitigation efforts. Examples of structural mitigation include strengthening windows, doors, and roofs in areas prone to high winds. Examples of nonstructural mitigation include education of building inspectors in the same areas of the value of such efforts and the importance of updating zoning and code enforcement.

Both structural and nonstructural mitigation efforts are essential to building a community’s overall resilience. Factors that may influence decisions over where to focus mitigation efforts often are dependent upon funding, political will, governmental programs, and staffing availability.

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