Read the following trends and Answer these questions.

Trend 1

Research a recent mass casualty event. Provide links to articles related to the event. Then Analyze and evaluate the event in relation to Mass Casualty Incident Management. How would you have organized the event (ICS Chart), what resources do you feel should be summoned to the event, and how long would it take to assemble these resources in your area? What plans are in place and how confident are you in the plans success to handle this type of event in your community?

Trend 2

Analyze how surge capacity is handled in your local area. Some of this information may be confidential, thus you may speak in general terms to keep information confidential. What areas do you note as needing improvement? Why? How and when is the plan tested? Do you feel the exercise program mimics reality, why or why not?