In an expanding incident, which area sees increased complexity?

In an expanding incident, increased complexity is primarily seen in resource management and communication. As the incident grows, the number of resources needed to manage the situation effectively increases. This includes personnel, equipment, and supplies, all of which must be coordinated and managed in real-time.

Communication becomes more complex because there are more stakeholders involved, including various agencies and organizations that may need to work together. Ensuring that everyone is on the same page requires robust communication protocols and systems to share information efficiently. Increased complexity in communication can also include managing public information, ensuring that accurate information is disseminated to the public and media.

While public relations and the Incident Command Center do experience changes as an incident expands, the core challenge lies in effectively managing the resources and maintaining clear communication lines. Logistics is part of resource management but doesn't encompass the broader requirements of coordination and communication across multiple agencies that are essential as the incident grows.