Mitigation activities entail identifying risks and hazards to either substantially reduce or eliminate the impact of an incident, usually through structural measures. Mitigation activities often have a long-term or sustained effect and may impact insurance premiums. In many cases, mitigation activities occur in the recovery stage of a major disaster. Some examples of mitigation include:
- Building codes that address risks such as fires, high winds, or earthquakes
- Zoning rules that restrict construction in floodplains
- Rebuilding damaged structures with more resilient materials
- Flood mapping to identify low-lying areas and relocating homes and structures located in floodplains and flood-prone areas
- Dams and levees that help prevent flooding
Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
The Hazard Mitigation plan is required by federal and state legislation. Hazard mitigation planning is a collaborative process whereby hazards affecting the community are identified (e.g., tornado, hurricane), vulnerability to the hazards is assessed, and a consensus is reached on how to minimize or eliminate the effects of these hazards. The plan is developed through a collaborative effort including Cumberland and Hoke County.
2025 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey
Schedule
September 25 Kickoff Meeting, 2025
October 23 Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Meeting, 2025
November 20 Mitigation Action Strategy Meeting, 2025
December 18 Plan Draft Review Meeting & Public Meeting, 2025
January 22 Plan Submitted to NCEM, 2026
February 23, Plan Submitted to FEMA 2026
June 22, Cumberland Hoke Plan Expires, 2026
*Please note that these deadlines may change slightly, but we will try to give as much advance notice as possible if changes do occur. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!