The National Preparedness Goal
The National Preparedness Goal describes a vision for preparedness nationwide.
The National Preparedness Goal describes a vision for preparedness nationwide.
Five Mission Areas:
Prevention
o Prevent, avoid or stop an imminent, threatened or actual act of terrorism.
Protection
o Protect our citizens, residents, visitors, and assets against the greatest threats and hazards in a manner that allows our interests, aspirations and way of life to thrive.
Mitigation
o Reduce the loss of life and property by lessening the impact of future disasters.
Response
o Respond quickly to save lives, protect property and the environment, and meet basic human needs in the aftermath of a catastrophic incident.
Recovery
o Recover through a focus on the timely restoration, strengthening and revitalization of infrastructure, housing and a sustainable economy, as well as the health, social, cultural, historic and environmental fabric of communities affected by a catastrophic incident.