Dunqing Li reviews three varying perspectives on disaster management preparedness at the government, business, and community levels. Narratives from individuals with backgrounds working at each level were used to illustrate how disaster preparedness is achieved through planning, communication, and collaboration.
In this brief, Li discusses how past experiences inform disaster preparedness, citing examples from individuals working at all three levels of emergency preparedness. Additionally, Li emphasizes the need for resources and ongoing government and local support in the immediate aftermath of a disaster.