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Preparedness and Response

Preparedness and response efforts help communities, organizations, and individuals plan for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. Effective preparedness includes risk assessment, emergency planning, training, communication systems, resource coordination, and recovery strategies that reduce impacts and improve resilience during natural or human-caused events.

First responder education

Programs

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Missouri Extension Disaster Education Network

The Missouri Extension Disaster Education Network (Missouri EDEN) provides education and technical assistance for responding to natural and man-made disasters.

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MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute (FRTI)

MU FRTI provides effective, standards-based, quality training and education to fire and emergency service professionals, and helps enable them to make a significant impact on the protection of lives and property of the citizens in our communities.