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Disaster mitigation

To mitigate an emergency is to lessen its impact. In the realm of emergency management it is much more than just being prepared. It can involve mapping hazards, reinforcing infrastructure against damage and developing disaster resistant building codes.

• About disaster mitigation
  Disaster mitigation reduces or eliminates the long-term impacts and risks associated with disasters.
  
• National Disaster Mitigation Strategy
  Minimizing the impact of a disaster requires national coordination, so we are developing a strategy with partners in the public and private sectors.