martes, 12 de noviembre de 2019

Disaster Lit® Database Daily Updates

Disaster Lit® Database Daily Updates

Disaster Information and Emergency Response



10/01/2019 12:00 AM EDT


Source: National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention (CFRP). Published: 10/2019. This 20-page document provides guidance about the review of deaths of children in disasters and mass fatality events, and explains why accurate quantification of deaths after any type of disaster can provide insight into the severity of the event and its burden on the affected population. Due to the vulnerability of children in a disaster, a death review after such an event is warranted to identify how to improve preparedness. Research and in-depth review of these deaths informs and supports preparedness policies and assists with planning for future disasters. (PDF)
06/01/2019 12:00 AM EDT


Source: InterAgency Board for Equipment Standardization and Interoperability (IAB). Published: 6/2019. This one-page fact sheet discusses the National Incident Management System (NIMS), which provides a common, nationwide approach to enable the whole community to work together to manage all threats and hazards regardless of cause, size, location, or complexity. Topics are Fast Facts, Activities, Templates/Best Practices, and Other Resources. (PDF)

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