Disasters are not natural. Of course, there are many natural hazards in the world, and there are many human-made hazards as well. But not every hazard becomes a disaster. Give a brief overview of the hazards that face our communities, both natural and human-made, and how a hazard differs from a disaster then explain some of the mitigation strategies discussed in class. Include the following;
Types of mitigation tools and techniques
Mitigation Through Prevention
Mitigation through Property Protection
Mitigation Through Public Information
Mitigation Funding.
Requirements
Write a five (5) page minimum, DOUBLE SPACED, 12-FONT TIMES ROMAN paper with references and sources cited. The paper must discuss each step of the sections in detail. This project will be a minimum of five (5) pages for the entire paper, not five (5) pages for each step.
Your cover sheet, abstract, and your source citing/references are NOT included in the five page minimum.
Your grade will depend upon the presentation of your analysis and research, the quality of the work presented, including whether you give a detailed presentation or a vague overview, whether you address all parts of the question asked, and how you support your discussion.
Your grade also will take into consideration your citing of a variety of sources/use of references and whether you met the mandatory minimum page requirement.
Please make sure to use AT LEAST 5 sources for your research. These should be from the Keiser Library or .gov sites. The paper should be written using APA Format. Please make sure you review your paper for spelling, grammar, and format and plagiarism errors before submitting it. Remember that the paper should be typed in Microsoft Word. (You may download a free copy of Micrsoft Word by logging into your Keiser University email.) Your paper will not receive a grade until it is submitted properly. If you need assistance, please let your instructor know.
