What will typically trigger a review of the emergency plan?

A review of the emergency plan is typically triggered by the occurrence of a natural disaster in the area. The rationale behind this is that such events highlight the effectiveness, efficiency, and adaptability of an existing emergency plan. After a natural disaster, emergency management agencies often assess how well their responses aligned with the established protocols and what areas need improvement. This reflection ensures that lessons learned are integrated into future planning, making the emergency response system more robust for subsequent incidents.

While other factors, such as regulatory changes or staffing updates, can influence the emergency plan, they don't provide the same immediate necessity for review as a real-world event that tests the plan's viability. A natural disaster creates an urgent context for evaluation and modification based on firsthand experience, making it a critical trigger for action in emergency management.