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National Disaster Recovery Framework (pdf) - Federal Emergency ...

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<strong>National</strong> <strong>Disaster</strong> <strong>Recovery</strong> <strong>Framework</strong>APPENDIX C:PLANNING FOR A SUCCESSFUL DISASTER RECOVERY.INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES PRE-DISASTER PLANNING ACTIVITIES.Individuals who prepare for their recovery help their community’s recovery as well. Familiesand individuals are encouraged to:• Develop an individual or family plan (that includes pets if appropriate) for disaster recovery.• Become knowledgeable about hazards and hazard locations in and around home, workand the community.• Self-assess risk exposure and incorporate mitigation practices.• Purchase and maintain appropriate and adequate levels of insurance for potential hazardsin the area.• Work with others to prepare and reach out to those who may need assistance.• Acquire and maintain survivability skills such as first aid.Table 38.INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES POST-DISASTER PLANNING ACTIVITIES.<strong>Disaster</strong> recovery begins with individuals and families with an emphasis on personalresponsibility in preparedness and recovery efforts. Individuals and families are encouraged to:• Take charge of managing individual and family (including pets where appropriate)recovery.• Participate in post-disaster community recovery planning.• Work with others to reach out to those who may need assistance.• Engage in public involvement opportunities on specific recovery projects.Table 39.APPENDICESPage 99

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