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Man-Made Disasters

Man-made disasters are events which, either intentionally or by accident cause severe threats to public health and well-being.  Because their occurrence is unpredictable, man-made disasters pose an especially challenging threat that must be dealt with through vigilance, and proper preparedness and response.  Information on the major sources of man-made disasters is provided here to help educate the public on their cause and effects as they relate to emergency planning.  

  

Man-made Disasters