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Urban Disaster Resilience
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Building Codes
Regulations that ensure structures are built to withstand anticipated disaster stresses, contributing to community resilience.
Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure
Protecting digital systems managing essential city services from cyber threats to avoid disruptions during disasters.
Disaster Recovery Planning
Developing strategies for quick recovery and normalization of the community after a disaster event.
Resilient Urban Design
The practice of designing cities to absorb and recover from the stresses of a disaster, while maintaining essential functions.
Resilience Indicators
Metrics used to measure and gauge the resilience of urban systems and communities.
Resource Stockpiling
Accumulating and managing supplies like water, food, and medical equipment to be used during disaster events.
Business Continuity Planning
Creating strategies for businesses to continue operations during and after a disaster to support economic resilience.
Climate Adaptation
Adjusting urban environments to reduce vulnerability to the effects of climate change.
Community Engagement
Involving local populations in resilience planning to ensure plans meet the needs and capabilities of the community.
Emergency Response Systems
Structures and processes in place to address immediate needs during and after a disaster event.
Redundant Infrastructure
Creating multiple pathways for critical services to ensure they remain functional in the event of a disaster.
Food Security Strategies
Ensuring availability and access to food during and after disasters, to prevent shortages and malnutrition.
Social Capital & Cohesion
Fostering strong community bonds and social networks that can provide support and resources in times of disaster.
Critical Infrastructure Protection
Safeguarding systems and assets deemed essential for the functioning of society and economy from disaster impacts.
Urban Heat Island Mitigation
Reducing the temperature differences between urban areas and their rural surroundings to manage heat-related risks.
Hazard Mitigation Planning
Proactive planning to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property from natural and man-made disasters.
Green Infrastructure
Natural or semi-natural systems that provide services such as water management and air quality improvement, enhancing resilience.
Public Health Preparedness
Ensuring healthcare systems are equipped to handle mass injuries or health impacts resulting from disasters.
Volunteer and Donations Management
Organizing volunteer efforts and donations to efficiently meet the needs of disaster-affected communities.
Risk Communication
The process of informing people about potential hazards and the actions they can take to reduce risk and prepare.
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