A state is devastated by a tornado killing many people, destroying communication systems, utility services, homes, and medical facilities
The state requests immediate assistance from the U.S. Congress and from surrounding states. The affected state should first contact the:
a. Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC).
b. Institute of Medicine (IOM).
c. Red Cross.
d. Strategic National Stockpile.
ANS: A
Correct: The EMAC is an organization authorized by the U.S. Congress through which a state impacted by a disaster can request and receive assistance from other member states quickly and efficiently.
Incorrect:
b. The IOM convened a group of experts to address the issues related to the community response to major disasters.
c. The Red Cross is a volunteer agency.
d. Strategic National Stockpile has large quantities of medicine and medical supplies to protect the American public if there is a public health emergency severe enough to cause local supplies to be depleted.
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