Increase the capacity of the Lummi Nation to respond to climate-related emergencies. The recommendations of this report in regards to emergency services are consistent with those identified in the Lummi Nation Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (2010). These recommendations include: (1) establish a Lummi Nation Division of Emergency Management within the Lummi Nation Police Department and hire an Emergency Manager, (2) continue to update and implement the Lummi Nation Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, (3) maintain the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Team, and (4) coordinate hazard planning and emergency response efforts with other appropriate jurisdictions and agencies. Emergency management planners can effectively integrate anticipated climate change impacts into programs designed to address current hazards.
Tribe: Lummi Indian Nation
View Source Document: Lummi Nation Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Plan: 2016-2026
Year: 2016
Topic:
Improve emergency planning and preparedness.
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Region: Northwest
