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This page displays local policies and plans on disaster risk, climate adaptation and resilience.

Governance of risk plays a central role in managing disaster risk. Local policies and plans for disaster risk reduction are tailored strategies developed by or for municipal authorities and provincial governments to mitigate and manage the impacts of disasters within their communities. These plans include measures such as conducting local risk assessments, enforcing building codes, creating emergency response teams, and developing public awareness campaigns.

They also involve establishing early warning systems, preparing evacuation routes, and ensuring that local infrastructure can withstand potential hazards. By focusing on the unique risks and vulnerabilities of the area, these local policies aim to enhance community resilience, improve disaster preparedness, and ensure a swift and effective response to emergencies.

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The Paris Climate Action Plan 2024 2030 places extreme heat adaptation at the center of the city's climate strategy, responding to projections that Paris could reach 50°C in the coming decades.

United States of America - government
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The Kishtwar Heat Wave Management Plan aims to establish a comprehensive framework for managing heat waves in Kishtwar District, focusing on preparedness, response, and recovery.

District Disaster Management Authority Kishtwar
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Manitoba's Heat Alert and Response System (HARS) Guide (2024) offers recommendations for government departments, agencies, and local authorities in their development or upgrading of plans tailored to their unique needs and requirements.

Manitoba Co-Operator
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The Maryland Extreme Heat Emergency Plan, developed by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), guides the state's actions during an Extreme Heat Event, as well as those of partner agencies and organizations, as defined below.

State of Maryland - government
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This Plan outlines how state agencies are preparing for another extreme heat event this year, and puts forth recommendations for how the state can prepare for future events.

Arizona State Government
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The New South Wales (NSW) Reconstruction Authority has developed Australia’s first State Disaster Mitigation Plan (SDMP).

University of New South Wales
Australia - government
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This plan outlines how and when vulnerable groups - and professionals who work with those groups - should be informed and warned before and during extreme heat periods.

Belgium - government
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The purpose of the Heatwave Management Plan (this plan) is to outline the arrangements for the management of heatwaves in Himachal Pradesh across preparedness, response and recovery.

Himachal Pradesh Government

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