State Hazard Mitigation Planning

The State Hazard Mitigation Plan guides Tennessee’s long-term strategy for reducing risk and increasing resilience to natural hazards. It helps identify statewide risks, assess vulnerabilities, and establish priorities for mitigation efforts that protect people, property, and infrastructure.

TEMA coordinates the development and maintenance of the State Hazard Mitigation Plan in collaboration with state agencies, regional partners, and other stakeholders. The plan supports a comprehensive approach to risk reduction and helps inform mitigation priorities across Tennessee.

Purpose of the State Plan

The State Hazard Mitigation Plan provides a framework for understanding hazard risk across Tennessee and identifying actions that can reduce future disaster impacts. It supports statewide coordination and helps align mitigation efforts with long-term resilience goals.

What the Plan Supports

The State Hazard Mitigation Plan helps:

• Identify and assess statewide hazard risks.
• Evaluate vulnerabilities and potential impacts.
• Establish mitigation goals and priorities.
• Support coordination among agencies and partners.
• Guide long-term resilience and risk-reduction efforts.

Plan Maintenance and Updates

TEMA maintains and updates the State Hazard Mitigation Plan on a regular cycle to ensure it reflects current risks, priorities, and mitigation strategies. This process includes coordination with partners and review of hazard data, planning information, and statewide mitigation needs.