After a natural disaster, it is essential to quickly assess the damage to Tennessee’s infrastructure and develop a plan for restoring it. This process is complicated and requires the coordination of many different agencies and organizations.
The first step is to assess the damage. This includes damage to roads, bridges, water and sewer systems, and other critical infrastructure. Once the damage is assessed, a plan can be developed to repair and restore the infrastructure.
The repair and restoration process can be costly and time-consuming. It is important to prioritize the repairs and focus on the most critical infrastructure first. This process can be made easier with the help of federal and state disaster assistance programs.
Once the infrastructure is repaired, it is important to maintain it to prevent future damage. This includes regular maintenance and inspection of the infrastructure. It is also important to have a plan in place for responding to future disasters.
https://www.fema.gov/news-release/2017/08/15/fact-sheet-restoring-tennessees-infrastructure-after-natural-disaster
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https://www.tdot.tn.gov/emergency/
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https://www.tn.gov/templates/article.aspx?id=213
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https://www.disasterassistance.gov/