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Emergency Preparedness and Responses to Natural Disasters

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Prisons, jails, and community corrections facilities must prepare for natural disasters, including earthquakes, fires, tornadoes, and hurricanes.

This page outlines best practices and resources to enhance emergency preparedness. 

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