disaster 5th 1108_5th ed 2011 - Homeland Security and Emergency ...

FEMA recommends the following mitigation tips AFTER A DISASTER:
• Ask local building department about agencies that purchase
property in areas that have been flooded. You may be able
to sell your property to a government agency and move to
another location.
• Determine how to rebuild your home to handle the shaking
of an earthquake or high winds. Ask local government,
hardware dealer, or private home inspector for technical
advice.
• Consider options for flood-proofing your home. Determine
if your home can be elevated to avoid future flood damage.
• Make sure all construction complies with local building
codes that pertain to seismic, flood, fire and wind hazards.
Make sure roof is firmly secured to the main frame of the
house. Make sure contractors know and follow the code and
construction is inspected by a local building inspector.
And please review ALL Mitigation tips at the beginning of this Section to
ensure you’re prepared for any future emergencies or disasters.
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