From disaster mitigation measures Land-use zoning and Insurance programs can be characterized as non-structural. Disaster mitigation measures: This is a method to avoid the possible impacts of the hazard Mainly done before the hazard take place It could involve physical or structural changes and the use of knowledge and practice. Mitigation measure Method Example Structural It includes physical changes or act of protection It is a direct action Helps people to preserve life to adopt new construction method, move-in safe places, take proper action, etc. Taken to reduce the physical barriers of the hazard Application of new technology and engineering tools for resistance and resilience Comparatively large scale measure Flood dykes Rasing of homes in flood-prone areas Reinforce tornado safe rooms Build windproof or earthquake-proof rooms Non-structural Emergency management scheme at the personal level Popular on a local scale It is also known as a protective defense It helps people to prepare for the present situation and also for the future time Taken to build mental strength which is not physically evident It includes information, education, and communication tools Land-use zoning Insurance programs Training, education Mental preparedness program