Mitigation Best Practices Portfolio (Hurricane Katrina)
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In the wake of disasters, people often wonder whether there is a way to protect both people and property from such devastating losses. The answer is a resounding "YES!" Mitigation is the way to provide that protection. Hazard mitigation means taking action to reduce or prevent future damage, preferably before a disaster strikes.
According to a Multi-Hazard Mitigation Council (MMC) report, “…a dollar spent on mitigation saves society an average of $4."
FEMA’s Mitigation Best Practices are a collection of illustrated stories about mitigation projects and activities. The following Best Practices highlight Gulf Coast mitigation projects that successfully protected properties and reduced financial losses during Hurricane Katrina (2005).
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Last Modified: Tuesday, 16-Oct-2007 16:29:59 EDT