MODULE 1.9

Disaster and Emergency Management Quiz 2

Read and respond to the question below: A mid-sized coastal city, Seabright, experiences frequent flooding due to seasonal monsoons and storm surges. The city has a population of 500,000, with a significant portion living in low-lying, flood-prone areas. Despite having basic disaster response protocols, Seabright faces challenges in preparedness, response coordination, and infrastructure resilience. This year, a severe storm caused unprecedented flooding, displacing over 100,000 residents and overwhelming local resources. As part of your assessment, address the following essay question:

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