Project Impact is a national initiative developed by FEMA Director James Lee Witt to challenge local communities throughout the country to reduce the effects of natural disasters by undertaking mitigation activities that protect families, businesses and communities. Without mitigation, the increasing number and severity of natural disasters threaten our economic stability and the future safety of U.S. citizens.
Mitigation is a local issue.
Private sector participation is essential. Oakland was the first city to receive this designation as part of Project Impact. Your organization could benefit from improved earthquake risk assessment capabilities. You can share mitigation expertise, ideas and resources. You have the responsibility to communicate risk assessments to your colleagues or community.