Options Database

Consider developing a program to install catch-fall nets for rocks at steep slopes near roadways.

Consider how graywater could be implemented as a solution for outdoor irrigation. (Opportunity 17: Water Conservation)

Consider multiple levels of safety to integrate backup plans (e.g., evacuation) if primary lines of defense fail.

Consider opportunities to add multi-modal transportation options (e.g., walking, biking, transit, rail) to areas isolated by threats. Consider how multi-modal transportation options can serve as an additional route in or out in emergency situations.

Consider program requirements to integrate actions for addressing wildfire risk and limit construction in the wildlandurban interface.

Consider prohibiting or limiting development or economic development activities in high-risk areas, such as along steep river bluffs that may erode with heavy precipitation or flooding.

Consider providing information to City/County (Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan) hazard mitigation plan

Consider the use of streamside buffers and beaver support initiatives to increase watershed resilience to fire.

Consider using highwater alert technology to prevent injuries and loss of life.

Consider using the US Forest Service's monitoring tools, including the Design and Analysis Toolkit for Inventory and Monitoring among others, for planning, inventorying and monitoring forest protection needs.

Consider using the transfer of development rights method to rebuild structures damaged or destroyed by flooding in high-risk areas.

Consider zoning changes or special wildfire overlay districts to designate areas at high risk of wildfire.

Considering using the 500-year floodplain to redesign lift stations and other critical infrastructure to lengthen their useful life in flood-prone areas.

Construct splash pads and cooling fountains for residents in vulnerable areas to help them manage extreme heat.

Consult additional flood-resistant building codes.

Consult guidance and encourage best practices in your community.

Consult information on current local drought indicators such as precipitation, temperature, surface water levels, and soil moisture from your local water utility, the National Integrated Drought Information System, and Climate.gov.

Consult local experts such as public works and planning departments or state geological staff to identify areas of your community at high risk for erosion or landslides.

Consult with the agricultural sector to determine cross-sector objectives for drought planning. Share information about the current and projected state of the water supply. Develop ideas to increase resilience and minimize impacts in drought planning, not just in drought response.

Continue to acquire open spaces, enhance habitats and restore native vegetation.