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Disaster Response Efforts

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AP Human Geography

Definition

Disaster response efforts refer to the actions taken by governments, organizations, and individuals in response to natural or man-made disasters. These efforts include providing emergency aid, coordinating search and rescue operations, distributing resources such as food and water, setting up temporary shelters for displaced individuals, and restoring infrastructure.

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