Recovery Objectives (DHS)
Recovery Objectives (DHS) : "Objective 5.1 Strengthen nationwide recovery plans and capabilities. We will work with our partners to ensure the Nation's capability to recover from multiple or simultaneous disasters, including terrorist use of weapons of mass destruction, other man-made hazards and natural disasters, through the development and maintenance of short- and long-term plans and capabilities". (DHS, Strategic Plan 2004, p. 32) "Objective 5.2 Provide scalable and robust all-hazard recovery assistance: We will lead the Nation's recovery from the impacts of disasters and emergencies. We will deliver timely and appropriate assistance to individuals and families following acts of terrorism, natural disasters and other emergencies, acknowledging the unique requirements of recovery from catastrophic disasters and weapons of mass destruction events. We will provide help to restore services and public facilities, and provide states and other partners with professional, readily deployable, trained and certified leaders and staff to manage all levels and types of disasters. We will make assistance available to states and local governments for the management, mitigation and control of local hazards and emergencies, which threaten to become major disasters". (DHS, Strategic Plan 2004, p. 32)
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