Identify and critique the relevant principles of risk and crisis communication programs

Identify and critique the relevant principles of risk and crisis communication programs

in 600 words Identify and critique the relevant principles of risk and crisis communication programs. Critically analyze the crisis communication program and messaging issued by one of the following:

Governor Chris Christie- Superstorm Sandy

Mayor C. Ray Nagin- Hurricane Katrina aftermath

Chicago Tylenol murder

Add your own opinion regarding the subject in a separate paragraph

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Risk and Crisis Communication
The first principle in risk and crisis communication is to ensure that there is no harm. In most cases, announcing a risk or crisis to the members of the public may be accompanied by some form of panic and fear. Additionally, the use of poor communication skills may elevate the levels of anxiety and panic among the members of the public.

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