Tactical vs. Strategic Maps
We discussed briefly the difference between “tactical” and ‘”strategic” mapping. These are standard NIMS terms. It is important to have separate products, because a map is a decision making tools and tactical/strategic decisions require different processes.
| Map | What is viewed on map | Examples | Symbols Examples |
| Tactical | A single problem emergency | Building fire, active shooter, kidnapping, single wildfire, search for single victim | NWCG |
| Strategic | A multiple problem emergency | Earthquake, Tsunami, Multiple wildland fires, urban conflagrations, civil disturbances | The DHS Symbology |
Tactical Map Sample |
Strategic Map Sample |
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