Mitigate 1
Mitigate 1 :
To lessen in force or intensity. This definition does not preclude Lessening to Zero when mitigation or to mitigate are used in relation to hazards that could cause or contribute to a peacetime civil emergency. (FEMA, Definitions of Terms, 1990). (2) (1) To cause to become less harsh or hostile; (2) To make less severe or painful. (FEMA, Developing the Mitigation Plan, 2003, i). (3) Any action to contain, reduce, or eliminate the harmful effects of a spill or release of a hazardous substance/material. (USCG, IM Handbook, 2006, Glossary 25-15). (4) Actions taken in response to a warning or after an incident occurs that are intended to lessen the potentially adverse effects on a given military operation or infrastructure. (DoD, Defense Critical Infrastructure Protection (DCIP), DODD 3020.40, August 19, 2005, p. 13)
