United States Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Most widely held works about
United States
- City adrift : New Orleans before and after Katrina( )
- A failure of initiative : final report of the Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina by United States( Book )
- The federal response to Hurricane Katrina : lessons learned by United States( Book )
- A performance review of FEMA's disaster management activities in response to Hurricane Katrina by United States( Book )
- Natural hazard mitigation : recasting disaster policy and planning by David R Godschalk( )
- Disaster : Hurricane Katrina and the failure of Homeland Security by Christopher Cooper( Book )
- Hurricane Katrina : a nation still unprepared : special report of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, United States Senate, together with additional views by United States( Book )
- A failure of initiative : supplementary report and document annex by United States( Book )
- FEMA's urban search and rescue program in Haiti : how to apply lessons learned at home : hearing before the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eleventh Congress, second session, February 3, 2010 by United States( )
- Reforming FEMA : are we making progress? : joint hearing before the Subcommittee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness and Response with the Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and Oversight of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Tenth Congress, first session, February 28, 2007 by United States( )
- FEMA housing : an examination of current problems and innovative solutions : hearing, Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eleventh Congress, first session, July 8, 2009 by United States( )
- FEMA's disaster relief fund : elements and considerations by Angelica Conner( )
- Emergency alert system : national integration efforts and assessments by Gregory Raisman( )
- The 2007 hurricane season : are we prepared? : full hearing of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Tenth Congress, first session, May 15, 2007 by United States( )
- The role of the Department of Homeland Security in Gulf Coast rebuilding and recovery efforts : full hearing of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Tenth Congress, first session, May 22, 2007 by United States( )
- An overview of issues and challenges facing the Department of Homeland Security : full hearing of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Tenth Congress, first session, February 7, 2007 by United States( )
- Assessing the capabilities and coordination of the federal emergency response teams : hearing before the Subcommittee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness and Response of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Tenth Congress, first session, May 1, 2007 by United States( )
- Ensuring safe and effective housing programs in the wake of disasters : hearing before the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Tenth Congress, second session, January 29, 2008 by United States( )
- FEMA's Gulf Coast rebuilding efforts : the path forward : hearing before the Subcommittee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eleventh Congress, first session, March 3, 2009 by United States( )
- PKEMRA implementation : an examination of FEMA's preparedness and response mission : hearing before the Subcommittee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eleventh Congress, first session, March 17, 2009 by United States( )
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Most widely held works by
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Evaluating the reliability of emergency response systems for large-scale incident operations by
Brian A Jackson(
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4 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 1,907 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The ability to measure emergency preparedness - to predict the likely performance of emergency response systems in future events - is critical for policy analysis in homeland security. Yet it remains difficult to know how prepared a response system is to deal with large-scale incidents, whether it be a natural disaster, terrorist attack, or industrial or transportation accident. This research draws on the fields of systems analysis and engineering to apply the concept of system reliability to the evaluation of emergency response systems. The authors describe a method for modeling an emergency response system; identifying how individual parts of the system might fail; and assessing the likelihood of each failure and the severity of its effects on the overall response effort. The authors walk the reader through two applications of this method: a simplified example in which responders must deliver medical treatment to a certain number of people in a specified time window, and a more complex scenario involving the release of chlorine gas. The authors also describe an exploratory analysis in which they parsed a set of after-action reports describing real-world incidents, to demonstrate how this method can be used to quantitatively analyze data on past response performance. The authors conclude with a discussion of how this method of measuring emergency response system reliability could inform policy discussion of emergency preparedness, how system reliability might be improved, and the costs of doing so. --From publisher description
4 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 1,907 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The ability to measure emergency preparedness - to predict the likely performance of emergency response systems in future events - is critical for policy analysis in homeland security. Yet it remains difficult to know how prepared a response system is to deal with large-scale incidents, whether it be a natural disaster, terrorist attack, or industrial or transportation accident. This research draws on the fields of systems analysis and engineering to apply the concept of system reliability to the evaluation of emergency response systems. The authors describe a method for modeling an emergency response system; identifying how individual parts of the system might fail; and assessing the likelihood of each failure and the severity of its effects on the overall response effort. The authors walk the reader through two applications of this method: a simplified example in which responders must deliver medical treatment to a certain number of people in a specified time window, and a more complex scenario involving the release of chlorine gas. The authors also describe an exploratory analysis in which they parsed a set of after-action reports describing real-world incidents, to demonstrate how this method can be used to quantitatively analyze data on past response performance. The authors conclude with a discussion of how this method of measuring emergency response system reliability could inform policy discussion of emergency preparedness, how system reliability might be improved, and the costs of doing so. --From publisher description
Mapping the zone : improving flood map accuracy(
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8 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 1,522 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps portray the height and extent to which flooding is expected to occur, and they form the basis for setting flood insurance premiums and regulating development in the floodplain. As such, they are an important tool for individuals, businesses, communities, and government agencies to understand and deal with flood hazard and flood risk
8 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 1,522 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps portray the height and extent to which flooding is expected to occur, and they form the basis for setting flood insurance premiums and regulating development in the floodplain. As such, they are an important tool for individuals, businesses, communities, and government agencies to understand and deal with flood hazard and flood risk
Are you ready? : a guide to citizen preparedness(
Book
)
5 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 856 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Provides emergency information in case of natural hazards: floods, hurricanes, thunderstorms (lightning, tornadoes), winter storms and extreme cold, extreme heat ((heat wave), emergency water shortage), eathquakes, volcanoes (volcanic eruptions), landslides and debris flow (mudslide), tsunamis, and fire (wildland fires); and technological and man-made hazards: hazardous materials incidents (household chemical emergencies), nuclear power plants, national security emergencies (terrorism, chemical and biological weapons)
5 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 856 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Provides emergency information in case of natural hazards: floods, hurricanes, thunderstorms (lightning, tornadoes), winter storms and extreme cold, extreme heat ((heat wave), emergency water shortage), eathquakes, volcanoes (volcanic eruptions), landslides and debris flow (mudslide), tsunamis, and fire (wildland fires); and technological and man-made hazards: hazardous materials incidents (household chemical emergencies), nuclear power plants, national security emergencies (terrorism, chemical and biological weapons)
Elevated residential structures by FEMA(
Book
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5 editions published in 1984 in English and held by 601 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by The American Institute of Architects Foundation
5 editions published in 1984 in English and held by 601 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by The American Institute of Architects Foundation
Engineering principles and practices for retrofitting flood-prone residential structures(
Book
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5 editions published between 2001 and 2012 in English and held by 553 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Synopsis: The third edition of this document is intended to further aid homeowners in selecting and successfully executing a flood retrofit on their home. Engineering design and economic guidance on what constitutes feasible and cost-effective retrofitting measures for flood-prone residential and non-residential structures are presented. Elevation, relocation, dry floodproofing, wet floodproofing, and the use of levees and floodwalls to mitigate flood hazards are discussed. This edition was updated to be more user-friendly and concise, the overall length of the publication has been shortened
5 editions published between 2001 and 2012 in English and held by 553 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Synopsis: The third edition of this document is intended to further aid homeowners in selecting and successfully executing a flood retrofit on their home. Engineering design and economic guidance on what constitutes feasible and cost-effective retrofitting measures for flood-prone residential and non-residential structures are presented. Elevation, relocation, dry floodproofing, wet floodproofing, and the use of levees and floodwalls to mitigate flood hazards are discussed. This edition was updated to be more user-friendly and concise, the overall length of the publication has been shortened
Design guidelines for flood damage reduction(
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2 editions published in 1981 in English and held by 547 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by AIA Research Corporation
2 editions published in 1981 in English and held by 547 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by AIA Research Corporation
Flood insurance in New York City following Hurricane Sandy by
Lloyd S Dixon(
)
3 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 539 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When Hurricane Sandy struck New York City on October 29, 2012, it caused flooding in all five boroughs. The storm surge reached nearly 88,700 buildings, more than 300,000 housing units, and 23,400 businesses. The federal government offers flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), a program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) since 1968, a time when affordable private insurance was difficult to find. This insurance is mandated for structures located in high-risk areas (the 100-year floodplain) if there is a federally backed mortgage on the property and is subsidized for structures that predate FEMA⁰́₉s first Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for the area. However, many residential structures in high-risk areas do not carry such policies. Two major changes will affect the cost of NFIP policies for structures in New York City: (1) an update of the maps that define the flood risk areas in New York and (2) legally required reform to the NFIP. Flood insurance plays an important role in addressing and managing flood risk posed. Insurance payments can help households and businesses recover from an event and get the economy moving again. When properly priced, insurance premiums can also provide appropriate incentives to avoid or mitigate risk. This report examines dimensions of the changing flood insurance environment in New York City and explores the consequences for the city's residents and businesses
3 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 539 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When Hurricane Sandy struck New York City on October 29, 2012, it caused flooding in all five boroughs. The storm surge reached nearly 88,700 buildings, more than 300,000 housing units, and 23,400 businesses. The federal government offers flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), a program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) since 1968, a time when affordable private insurance was difficult to find. This insurance is mandated for structures located in high-risk areas (the 100-year floodplain) if there is a federally backed mortgage on the property and is subsidized for structures that predate FEMA⁰́₉s first Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for the area. However, many residential structures in high-risk areas do not carry such policies. Two major changes will affect the cost of NFIP policies for structures in New York City: (1) an update of the maps that define the flood risk areas in New York and (2) legally required reform to the NFIP. Flood insurance plays an important role in addressing and managing flood risk posed. Insurance payments can help households and businesses recover from an event and get the economy moving again. When properly priced, insurance premiums can also provide appropriate incentives to avoid or mitigate risk. This report examines dimensions of the changing flood insurance environment in New York City and explores the consequences for the city's residents and businesses
Quantification of building seismic performance factors(
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5 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 533 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This report describes a recommended methodology for reliably quantifying building system performance and response parameters for use in seismic design. The recommended methodology (referred to herein as the Methodology) provides a rational basis for establishing global seismic performance factors (SPFs), including the response modification coefficient (R factor), the system overstrength factor, and deflection amplification factor (Cd), of new seismic-force-resisting systems proposed for inclusion in model building codes. The purpose of this Methodology is to provide a rational basis for determining building seismic performance factors that, when properly implemented in the seismic design process, will result in equivalent safety against collapse in an earthquake, comparable to the inherent safety against collapse intended by current seismic codes, for buildings with different seismic-force-resisting systems
5 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 533 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This report describes a recommended methodology for reliably quantifying building system performance and response parameters for use in seismic design. The recommended methodology (referred to herein as the Methodology) provides a rational basis for establishing global seismic performance factors (SPFs), including the response modification coefficient (R factor), the system overstrength factor, and deflection amplification factor (Cd), of new seismic-force-resisting systems proposed for inclusion in model building codes. The purpose of this Methodology is to provide a rational basis for determining building seismic performance factors that, when properly implemented in the seismic design process, will result in equivalent safety against collapse in an earthquake, comparable to the inherent safety against collapse intended by current seismic codes, for buildings with different seismic-force-resisting systems
Repairing your flooded home(
Book
)
2 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 531 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
From page iii: This book gives step-by-step advice you can use to clean up, rebuild, and get help after a flood. Before you start, read the flood safety precautions on the inside front cover of this document and review the nine steps that are summarized in the Table of Contents. Your home and its contents may look beyond hope, but many of your belongings can be restored. If you do things right, your flooded home can be cleaned up, dried out, rebuilt, and reoccupied sooner than you think. While you are doing the job ahead, you should remember these three important points: 1: Play it safe. The dangers are not over when the water goes down. Read the flood safety precautions on the inside front cover of this document. Your home's foundation may have been weakened, the electrical system may have shorted out, and floodwaters may have left behind things that could make you sick. Many flooded items, such as wallboard and mattresses, will hold mud and contamination forever. When in doubt, throw it out. Don't risk injury or infection. 2: Ask for help. Many people can do a lot of the cleanup and repairs discussed in this book. But if you have technical questions or do not feel comfortable doing something, get professional help. If there is a federal disaster declaration, a telephone "hotline" will often be publicized to provide information about public, private, and voluntary agency programs to help you recover from the flood. Government disaster programs are there to help you, the taxpayer. You're paying for them; check them out. 3: Floodproof. It is very likely that your home will be flooded again someday. Floodproofing means using materials and practices that will prevent or minimize flood damage in the future. Many floodproofing techniques are inexpensive or can be easily incorporated into your rebuilding program. You can save a lot of money by floodproofing as you repair and rebuild (see Step 8). You should also prepare for the next flood by buying flood insurance and preparing a flood response plan
2 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 531 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
From page iii: This book gives step-by-step advice you can use to clean up, rebuild, and get help after a flood. Before you start, read the flood safety precautions on the inside front cover of this document and review the nine steps that are summarized in the Table of Contents. Your home and its contents may look beyond hope, but many of your belongings can be restored. If you do things right, your flooded home can be cleaned up, dried out, rebuilt, and reoccupied sooner than you think. While you are doing the job ahead, you should remember these three important points: 1: Play it safe. The dangers are not over when the water goes down. Read the flood safety precautions on the inside front cover of this document. Your home's foundation may have been weakened, the electrical system may have shorted out, and floodwaters may have left behind things that could make you sick. Many flooded items, such as wallboard and mattresses, will hold mud and contamination forever. When in doubt, throw it out. Don't risk injury or infection. 2: Ask for help. Many people can do a lot of the cleanup and repairs discussed in this book. But if you have technical questions or do not feel comfortable doing something, get professional help. If there is a federal disaster declaration, a telephone "hotline" will often be publicized to provide information about public, private, and voluntary agency programs to help you recover from the flood. Government disaster programs are there to help you, the taxpayer. You're paying for them; check them out. 3: Floodproof. It is very likely that your home will be flooded again someday. Floodproofing means using materials and practices that will prevent or minimize flood damage in the future. Many floodproofing techniques are inexpensive or can be easily incorporated into your rebuilding program. You can save a lot of money by floodproofing as you repair and rebuild (see Step 8). You should also prepare for the next flood by buying flood insurance and preparing a flood response plan
Personal preparedness in America : findings from the Citizen Corps survey of four urban areas(
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3 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 516 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 516 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Personal preparedness in America : findings from the Citizen Corps national survey(
Book
)
3 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 515 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 515 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Solutions to coastal disasters 2011 : proceedings of the 2011 Solutions to Coastal Disasters Conference, June 25-29, 2011,
Anchorage, Alaska by Solutions to Coastal Disasters Conference(
)
5 editions published in 2011 in English and held by 515 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published in 2011 in English and held by 515 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
National earthquake hazards reduction program : report to the United States Congress : overview(
Book
)
5 editions published between 1983 and 1984 in English and held by 514 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published between 1983 and 1984 in English and held by 514 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Hazard mitigation field book : roadways(
Book
)
2 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 511 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 511 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Homeowner's guide to retrofitting : six ways to protect your house from flooding(
Book
)
2 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 503 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 503 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Floodproofing non-residential structures by
Booker Associates(
Book
)
2 editions published in 1986 in English and held by 496 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by Booker Associates, Inc
2 editions published in 1986 in English and held by 496 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by Booker Associates, Inc
Ayuda despueś de un desastre : guía para solicitantes al programa para individuos y familias(
)
2 editions published between 2004 and 2005 in Spanish and held by 495 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published between 2004 and 2005 in Spanish and held by 495 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Repairing your flooded home by
American Red Cross(
Book
)
1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 487 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 487 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Manufactured home installation in flood hazard areas by
United States(
)
6 editions published between 1985 and 1992 in English and held by 483 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by FEMA. Includes National Flood Insurance Program
6 editions published between 1985 and 1992 in English and held by 483 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prepared by FEMA. Includes National Flood Insurance Program
Protecting manufactured homes from floods and other hazards : a multi-hazard foundation and installation guide by
United States(
)
7 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 474 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"FEMA 85 has been updated to reflect the requirements of the most current codes and standards and to provide a best practices approach in reducing damages from natural hazards. Designs are included for wood-framed foundations, conventional concrete and masonry pier foundations, and ground anchors. A detailed example showing step-by-step procedures on how to design a foundation for a manufactured home is also included"--Preface
7 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 474 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"FEMA 85 has been updated to reflect the requirements of the most current codes and standards and to provide a best practices approach in reducing damages from natural hazards. Designs are included for wood-framed foundations, conventional concrete and masonry pier foundations, and ground anchors. A detailed example showing step-by-step procedures on how to design a foundation for a manufactured home is also included"--Preface
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- United States Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General
- National Flood Insurance Program (U.S.)
- United States Government Accountability Office
- United States Congress House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
- Geological Survey (U.S.)
- United States Congress Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
- American Red Cross
- United States Fire Administration
- National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (U.S.)
- United States Congress House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
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United States. Defense Civil Preparedness Agency
United States. Department of Homeland Security
United States. Federal Disaster Assistance Administration
United States. Federal Preparedness Agency
Amerika Gasshukoku Renpo Kiki Kanricho
Civil Defense Administration, United States
Etats-Unis Civil defense administration
Etats-Unis Executive office of the President Federal civil defense administration
FCDA
FDAA (Federal Disaster Assistance Administration, United States)
Federal civil defense administration Etats-Unis
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Federal Emergency Management Agency (Spojené státy americké)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (U.S.)
FEMA
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency, United States)
ODM (Office of Defense Mobilization, United States)
OEP (Office of Emergency Planning, United States)
OEP (Office of Emergency Preparedness, United States)
Office of Emergency Planning United States
Spojené státy americké. Dept. of Homeland Security. Federal Emergency Management Agency
Spojené státy americké Federal Emergency Management Agency
U.S. Civil Defense Administration
U.S. Department of Homeland Security FEMA
United States Agencia Federal para el Manejo de Emergencias
United States Civil Defense
United States. Department of Energy. Office of Emergency Planning
United States Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency
United States. Executive Office of the President. Federal Civil Defense Administration
United States. Executive Office of the President. Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization
United States. Executive Office of the President. Office of Defense Mobilization
United States. Executive Office of the President. Office of Emergency Planning
United States. Executive Office of the President. Office of Emergency Preparedness
United States Federal Civil Defense Administration
United States Federal Disaster Assistance Administration
United States Federal Emergency Management Agency
United States Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization
United States Office of Defense and Civilian Mobilization
United States Office of Defense Mobilization
United States Office of Emergency Planning
United States Office of Emergency Preparedness
アメリカ ガッシュウコク レンポウ キキ カンリチョウ
米国連邦緊急事態管理庁
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