Module 3: RECOVERY
Scenario
The two missing teachers were identified at the hospital and are being treated for concussions. Due to their level of injuries, they will be kept for seven days and will require rehabilitation until their conditions improve. The doctor has placed them on light duty. EMS is still transporting patients to area hospitals, which are currently on emergency power. The local public health department is requesting assistance from the State in counseling individuals that experienced emotional and psychological trauma from the loss of loved ones and/or homes. The local public health department also needs help answering phone calls inquiring about the nature of available mental health services and the costs associated with the programs.
Almost all debris management projects are completed. While the need remains for additional construction and repair on a few major roadways, all roads are currently open with law enforcement officers posted at major reconstruction sites to help ensure traffic safety. The remaining projects for your community are focused on long-term development for rebuilding homes, offices, and government facilities. Displaced families will need temporary housing for approximately 3 months while permanent residences are rebuilt.
Federal and State officials request to take a tour of the damaged area so that individual and public assistance programs may be initiated. The state emergency management agency is requesting formal damage assessments and specific data on homeowners covered by private insurance policies for tornados. The financial assistance process will be coordinated between State and Federal officials at the Joint Field Office (JFO).
Total property and infrastructure damage of the tornado is estimated at $7 million, with another projected $8 million in lost revenue. In addition, 11 reports were filed with the local police that looting took place in the immediate aftermath of the tornado; the electronics, hardware and other devices that were stolen are estimated at a value of $50,000.
Key Issues
- Almost all debris removal efforts are complete; roadways are opened up
- Citizens request individual and community financial assistance
- Red Cross and others provide long-term sheltering to displaced persons
- Flood of calls from the public inquiring into mental health services offered
- Property damage and lost revenue estimates are in the millions of dollars
Key Issues
- Almost all debris removal efforts are complete; roadways are opened up
- Citizens request individual and community financial assistance
- Red Cross and others provide long-term sheltering to displaced persons
- Flood of calls from the public inquiring into mental health services offered
- Property damage and lost revenue estimates are in the millions of dollars
Questions
Based on the information provided, participate in the discussion concerning the issues raised in Module 3. Identify any critical issues, decisions, requirements, or questions that should be addressed at this time.
The following questions are provided as suggested subjects that you may wish to address as the discussion progresses. These questions are not meant to constitute a definitive list of concerns to be addressed, nor is there a requirement to address every question.