Module 3 Pre-Assessment How would you define Mitigation?

Module 3 Pre-Assessment

In your first journal entry for this week, address the following questions in 1-2 short paragraphs:

• How would you define Mitigation?

As you read the material in this module and in your assigned readings, reflect on your preconceptions about these issues and your responses to this self-assessment.

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Disasters can have devastating impacts on the lives of people and the environment. Mitigation is the action that people take to reduce the effects of hazards on people, environment, and property (FEMA, 2019). While the cost of hazards continue to rise, it is essential for people and governments to find effective strategies to minimize the risks of hazards on the communities. Mitigation is a vital component of the planning process, and during the emergency management………………..

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