Communication is the key to keeping control of a situation. Also, the relief workers must show genuine concern for those who have suffered losses. The best intended plans will fail without these two elements. Finally, we finished the major recovery work. It was time to go back to normal work places and regular work.
Most people are reluctant to stop such a good operation.
It is natural to want to continue to operate in a situation that is comfortable and lacks the routine of everyday life. However, the return to normal must happen and it must happen before everyone becomes too entrenched where they are. It is important that one recognizes the proper time to return to normal. The Marina was a good proving ground. Continue on to Demolitions Return to 1989 Earthquake Exhibit.