How to Reduce the Risks of Introducing and Spreading Invasive Species in a Major Disaster

This white paper by the National Invasive Species Council (NISC) describes the interconnectedness between disasters and invasive species and the steps to prevent invasive species introduction and spread. 

Suggested citation: National Invasive Species Council (NISC). 2024. How to Reduce the Risks of Introducing and Spreading Invasive Species in a Major Disaster. National Invasive Species Council. Washington, DC. https://www.doi.gov/invasive-species-and-disasters 

Other resources:

Additional protocols to reduce invasion risks: https://www.doi.gov/invasivespecies/biosecurity-protocol-reduce-risks-invasive-species 

Find local experts to help identify and reduce risks from invasive species: https://siren.fort.usgs.gov/findexperts