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Hurricane Irma response highlighted critical challenges in evacuation, staffing, debris removal, and power restoration. Lessons learned from these emergency management issues can improve future disaster preparedness and response efforts.

Area of Science:

  • Disaster Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Hurricane Preparedness

Background:

  • Hurricane Irma presented significant challenges to emergency management operations.
  • Key issues identified include evacuation procedures, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staffing, debris removal, and power restoration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the challenges faced by emergency managers during Hurricane Irma.
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