A Seismic Shift in Perception: Taking Bold Steps to Mitigate Earthquake Risk

FEMA’s Resilient Nation Partnership Network (RNPN), in partnership with the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) is hosting this virtual event which features a powerhouse panel to explore the many facets of seismic risk, including:

How is earthquake risk perceived?
How can we finance activities that reduce earthquake impacts at all levels?
What barriers do we face implementing creative solutions for seismic retrofits?
How can we leverage collaborative partnerships to mitigate earthquake risk on a national scale?

Moderator:

• Dr. David Applegate, Ph.D., Associate Director for Natural Hazards Exercising the Delegated Authority of the Director at the U.S. Geological Survey.

Panelists:

• Jessica Chappell, SE, Vice-Chair, Utah Seismic Safety Commission
• Shelly Haack, Project Manager, Prosper Portland
• Rong-Gong Lin II, Staff Writer, Los Angeles Times (specializes in earthquake safety issues)
• Mark Wilbert, Chief Resilience Officer, City of Charleston, S.C.