LOCAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Local Government Emergency Management

Local Government Emergency Management

Introduction

Comprehensive and integrated management of emergency are a responsibility that must be shared between levels of government, the private sector, nongovernmental organizations and citizens. One of the primary objectives of the Government of United States is to ensure the safety and security of the country and its citizens (Prater, 2006). Preparedness actions for individuals and households involve being ready either to evacuate or to shelter in place, depending on the location and the event.

Discussion

Here, I have taken the local government policy of New York State. The New York Emergency Management Agency ...