Discussion Post: Future Challenges
We see that the Incident Command System and NIMS have changed drastically over the years. The NIC has been developed in order to make sure that our incident management systems are as efficient and effective as possible. Going forward, there will inevitably be changes that will positively impact our emergency response and disaster planning organizations.
• Compare and contrast the responses to Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Sandy (also called Superstorm Sandy).
• Report on two areas where improvements were made in the response and incident management between Katrina in 2005 and Sandy in 2012 and write a paragraph on each.
• Also, address how you think ICS and NIMS will change in order to meet future challenges.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.