Performance Review of FEMA's Disaster Management Activities in Response to Hurricane Katrina

This report by the Dept. of Homeland Security Office of Inspector Gen. (OIG) assesses FEMA's performance as it conducted its disaster management responsibilities in response to Hurricane Katrina. It examines whether the laws, regulations, policies, procedures, plans, guidelines, & resources were adequate & operational, & whether FEMA's organizational structure enhanced or hindered its emergency management capabilities. Contents: Background; Results of Review; Difficulty Adapting to New Response Plans; FEMA Provided Record Levels of Support but Delivery Structure Needs Improvement; FEMA Needs to Improve Readiness; Future Considerations; management Comments & OIG Analysis. Tables & graphs.Skinner, Richard L. is the author of 'Performance Review of FEMA's Disaster Management Activities in Response to Hurricane Katrina', published 2006 under ISBN 9781422306765 and ISBN 1422306763.