Module 1 - Emergency Response Introduction

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Welcome to Module 1 Emergency Response Introduction of the AMCA's Mosquito Management During a Public Health Emergency Virtual Training Program.

Emergency Response Introduction

• Different types of mosquito emergencies (natural disaster vs disease)
• The life cycle of emergency mosquito control response
• How does ER differ from regular or routine operations
• Different levels of emergency declaration (federal vs state vs local)
• The importance of having a plan

Additional Resources:

1. NACCHO. 2024. Top Tips for Mosquito Control During a Hurricane Crisis for Local Health Officials by Local Health Officials. National Association of County and City Health Officials. https://www.naccho.org/uploads/downloadable-resources/Mosquito-Control-Takeaways-Infographic-17-x-11-in-Final.pdf
2. FEMA. 2024. National Incident Management System. Federal Emergency Management Agency. Retrieved September 12, 2024 https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/nims
3. AMCA. 2022. Mosquito Management During a Public Health Emergency. American Mosquito Control Association. Sacramento, CA. https://www.mosquito.org/assets/pdf/amca_emergencyresponse_2022/

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