Formulating a Strategic Response Plan For a High-Risk Seismic Event In New York City
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Authors
Barvels, Michael B.
Subjects
Earthquake
FDNY
First Responders
New York City
Planning
Seismic Event
Strategy
Tsunami
Vulnerability.
FDNY
First Responders
New York City
Planning
Seismic Event
Strategy
Tsunami
Vulnerability.
Advisors
Mackin, Tom
Date of Issue
2013-03
Date
Mar-13
Publisher
Monterey California. Naval Postgraduate School
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One of the lessons the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) has learned from the attacks of September 11, 2001, is to be prepared for the inevitable. As one of the worlds most renowned emergency response agencies, the FDNY can and should be the model of preparedness for any disaster that may affect New York City (NYC). Historical and scientific data confirms the very real threat of a low frequency, high risk earthquake affecting the NYC region. Potential for devastation is compounded due to the complexity of NYCs infrastructure and the vast population unfamiliar with this type of natural disaster. The formulation of an FDNY pre-plan for a high-risk earthquake scenario based on extensive information-gathering and the assembly of a dedicated focus group will lessen the impact of a powerful quake while minimizing losses to lives, property and emergency responders themselves. By being prepared for the seemingly inevitable, the FDNY can live up to its role as one of the worlds most respected emergency response agencies.
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