After a major disaster, it is important to know what to expect in the days and weeks to follow. The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency has created a disaster response timeline to help residents know what to expect and when to expect it.
In the first 24 hours after a disaster, first responders will arrive to assess the situation and provide immediate assistance. In the days that follow, search and rescue teams will comb through the affected area to help people who are stranded or trapped. Debris removal will also begin in the days following a disaster.
In the weeks after a disaster, rebuilding and recovery will begin. This process can take months or even years to complete.
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency’s disaster response timeline is a helpful tool for residents to use after a major disaster. By knowing what to expect and when to expect it, residents can better prepare themselves for the long road ahead.
Sources:
https://www.tn.gov/tema/programs-services/response/disaster-response-timeline.html
https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/recovery/beforeafter.html
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4339/updates/rebuilding-after-disaster