One of the ways we will put it all together in this course is through mini case studies. Each of you will prepare a historical mini case study (approximately 10 to 12 pages) where you analyze the causes and consequences of an emergency, the management of the emergency, and discuss the lessons learned. I would prefer that the disaster have occurred in your geographic area. Your case study should include a report that details the event, its consequences, and considering everything we have learned in this course. You will need to do research to complete this case study. This includes library research as well as street research i.e. interviewing folks involved. Local and state emergency management offices will be extremely helpful in finding out information, as will folks from the fire departments and community organizations in the area.
