Emergency Preparedness Flashcards
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What does FEMA's presidential disaster declaration process allow?
Answer: Federal assistance to supplement state and local resources
A presidential disaster declaration triggers federal assistance programs to supplement overwhelmed state and local emergency resources.
Which NIMS component establishes common terminology and communications for multi-agency incidents?
Answer: Communications and Information Management
NIMS's Communications and Information Management component establishes interoperable communications and ensures shared situational awareness across agencies.
What is the first step in the FEMA Community Lifelines framework?
Answer: Stabilizing Safety and Security
Safety and Security is the first FEMA Community Lifeline because human safety must be established before other recovery activities can proceed.
How often does FEMA require jurisdictions to update their Hazard Mitigation Plans?
Answer: Every 5 years
Under the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, local and tribal governments must update their Hazard Mitigation Plans every 5 years to remain eligible for certain FEMA grants.
What radio frequencies does NOAA Weather Radio broadcast on?
Answer: 162.400–162.550 MHz (VHF)
NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts continuously on seven VHF frequencies between 162.400 and 162.550 MHz, requiring a dedicated weather radio receiver.
In ICS, who is the single individual with overall management responsibility at an incident?
Answer: Incident Commander
The Incident Commander (IC) holds overall management authority and accountability for an incident under the ICS structure.