An integrated approach to characterizing infrastructure socio-physical impact of hazards to guide mitigation efforts in a community

Key Points

• The characterizing socio-physical impact of hazards can enhance community resilience against disasters and disruptions.
• Findings indicate that a comprehensive approach improves the effectiveness of existing mitigation efforts by addressing multiple factors.
• Assessment using integrated methodologies helps recognize vulnerabilities related to infrastructure in a community, with unique socio-physical impacts.
• This framework highlights the need for targeted interventions to effectively reduce risk, supporting informed decision-making in community planning.