Which of the following is an example of a natural disaster that may invoke DSCA support?

Floods are a prime example of a natural disaster that may invoke Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) support. When floods occur, they can overwhelm local resources and necessitate federal assistance to aid response and recovery efforts. The National Response Framework outlines how federal resources can support state and local governments in managing the aftermath of such natural disasters, which may include search and rescue operations, providing shelter, and restoring infrastructure.

In contrast, political protests and trade disputes do not typically qualify as natural disasters and therefore would not invoke DSCA support. While political protests may lead to civil unrest, they are categorized differently, often involving law enforcement rather than emergency management responses. Similarly, trade disputes are economic issues that do not fall under the purview of disaster response as defined by DSCA. Although terrorist attacks can impact communities and may require emergency assistance, they are not classified as natural disasters and would be handled through different protocols, focusing on law enforcement and counter-terrorism efforts rather than traditional disaster response.