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  The plan that establishes a comprehensive all-hazards approach to enhance the ability of the United States to manage domestic incidents.
  
  
• Comprehensive HAZMAT Emergency Response-Capability Assessment Program
  A program designed for local communities and tribal governments to obtain a greater understanding of HAZMAT risks, identify planning deficiencies, update plans, train first responders, and stimulate and test the system for strengths and needed improvements.
  
  
• Emergency Support Function 15: Standard Operating Procedure (PDF 593KB)
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Best Practices

• Partnerships in Preparedness -- Exemplary Practices in Emergency Management
• Smart Practices Spotlight - Rescuing Animals in Disaster
• Risk Management Series Publications
• Mitigation Best Practices and Case Studies -- a collection of illustrated stories about ideas, activities, or projects, including funding sources that protect both people and property from devastating losses.

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• View Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs)  Know where flood risks are for evacuation routes.

Resources

• FEMA Acronyms, Abbreviations and Terms (FAAT List)
• Animal Preparedness and Rescue - links to Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) information, disaster planning worsheets and video, best practices and more.
• Levee Information
• Emergency Management Accreditation Program
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• System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program 

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