Emergency Management
/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsi ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The discipline and practice of preparing for, responding to, recovering from, and mitigating emergencies and disasters, including legal frameworks governing such activities.
Emergency management laws establish the authority and duties of agencies during natural disasters.
- (n.) A body of statutory and regulatory provisions that allocate powers, responsibilities, and procedures for handling emergencies at federal, state, or local levels.
The state's emergency management statute outlines the governor's powers during a declared emergency.
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Commentary
Legal usage typically focuses on statutory authority, jurisdiction, and procedural requirements for coordinated emergency response and recovery operations.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.