a description of an emergency, disaster, or planned event. cre ate any scenario , as long as it is of sufficient duration and complexity to require using the Incident Command System for at least one operational period.

The description of the event must be a minimum of two pages. You do not have to use academic sources. The hazard mitigation plan may give you some ideas about the threats and hazards faced by the community. please include the following in the description:

• What is the nature of the event or incident? Where is it at?
• What is the scope of the incident? Who is impacted? Be specific.
• What organizations would need to be involved in response to this incident? Not just first responders or governmental agencies.
• Will specialized resources will be required, i.e., technical rescue, hazardous materials, aviation, or criminal investigations?
• Address the "so what." Why is an effective and organized response important to this event?
• How long should the operational period be, and why?