Goal 5.1: Hazards

Mitigate Hazards

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Strengthen capacity at all levels of society to withstand threats and hazards. Though the occurrence of some disasters is inevitable, it is possible to take steps to reduce the impact of damaging events that may occur. The Nation's ability to reduce loss of life and property by lessening the impact of threats and hazards requires an understanding of risks and core capabilities to reduce vulnerabilities. Mitigation provides a critical foundation to reduce loss of life and property by reducing, eliminating or otherwise addressing vulnerabilities and avoiding or lessening the impact of a disaster, thereby creating safer communities. Mitigating vulnerabilities reduces both the direct consequences and the response and recovery requirements of disasters.

Stakeholder(s):

• Communities

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Indicator:1

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