Shoppers observe social distancing rules at a supermarket in Spain. Experts say communities worldwide have a critical role to play in preparing for and managing large-scale public emergencies. GETTY IMAGES N F PA . O R G / J O U R N A L * NFPA JOURNAL feature COVID_05.20 V4 FINAL DCS.indd 43 | 43 5/4/20 7:15 PMhttp://NFPA.ORG/JOURNAL