When disaster strikes, plans are only as strong as the physical systems communities rely on. One failed system devolves into cascading failures. A power grid downed by a storm cripples communications, a compromised bridge isolates neighborhoods, a failed water main halts firefighting. Resilient infrastructure is the most critical force multiplier. It is the difference between a coordinated response and catastrophic breakdown. Strategic investments —from transportation and utilities to communications—directly translates to saved lives and faster recovery.