A collective effort is made by fire service, the media, safety interest groups, and Federal agencies to teach the basics of fire safety. The public is given information on preventative tactics such as smoke alarms, sprinkler systems, and important product recalls. Education and awareness is specifically targeted at the people most vulnerable during a fire - the young, elderly, and disabled. The NFA has a national focus, but supports State and local fire service training, maintaining a connection between the USFA and local communities. Back to the Top National Mitigation Strategy FEMA created its National Mitigation Strategy in another effort to reduce loss of life and property damage from natural disasters.
Mitigation is often the most cost-effective, environmentally sound approach to reducing losses.
The National Earthquake Hazard Reduction Program works to help the nation effectively prepare for earthquake through research and education. FEMA also develops public education and awareness programs, in addition to developing general design and construction standards. NIST is needed to help create national standards and State and local regulations. The National Flood Insurance Program was formed through FEMA in response to the incredibly high cost of flood damage nationally. NFIP makes Federally backed flood insurance available to communities that agree to adopt and enforce floodplain management ordinances.