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Earthquake Planning for Government Continuity

PERRY1, LINDELL

  • 1School of Public AffairsArizona State UniversityTempe, Arizona 85287-0306, USA

Environmental Management
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Government operational continuity after earthquakes is under-researched. Preparedness for non-public safety agencies is low but linked to agency size, perceived risk, and information seeking, highlighting potential service disruptions.

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Area of Science:

  • Disaster Management
  • Public Administration
  • Earthquake Engineering

Background:

  • Government operational continuity post-earthquake receives limited research.
  • Non-public safety government organizations face facility damage and increased public demand after seismic events.
  • Service delivery disruptions can be mitigated through proactive earthquake planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate factors influencing the adoption of earthquake preparedness plan elements in local government.
  • To assess the current level of government preparedness for earthquakes in a southwestern US county.
  • To identify strategies for enhancing post-earthquake government functioning.

Main Methods:

  • A census survey was administered to departments within a county government and its municipal seat.
  • Questionnaires assessed the level of planning activity for key elements: relocation, workplace protection, inventory, employee instructions, volunteer use, and communication.
  • Preparedness levels were statistically analyzed in relation to agency size, perceived risk, and information seeking.

Main Results:

  • Overall government preparedness for earthquakes was found to be low.
  • Preparedness levels were significantly correlated with agency size, perceived risk, and information-seeking behaviors.
  • Key planning elements for post-earthquake functioning showed limited adoption.

Conclusions:

  • Local government preparedness for earthquakes is insufficient, posing a risk to service continuity.
  • Agency size, risk perception, and information seeking are critical factors influencing preparedness adoption.
  • Targeted interventions focusing on these factors can improve government resilience and service delivery post-earthquake.

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