The key distinction between "prevent" and "emergency services" lies in their roles and scope within emergency management. Prevention refers to proactive actions undertaken in advance to reduce or eliminate the risk of emergencies occurring, such as mitigation efforts or measures to avoid hazards. Emergency services, on the other hand, are the frontline response organizations (like police, fire departments, and EMS) that provide immediate assistance and intervention during or just after an emergency to save lives and protect property. Prevention is part of the broader emergency management cycle that also includes preparedness, response, and recovery, whereas emergency services primarily operate in the response phase to direct emergencies once they happen.
