Containing a Natural Disaster

noun the act or condition of containing an act or policy of restricting the territorial growth or ideological influence of another, especially a hostile nation. an act or policy of limiting the expansion or spread of a natural disaster, contagious disease, or other dangerous thing: Containment of the wildfire reached nearly 40% before powerful winds carried embers over the perimeter, reducing containment. Local farmers notified authorities of sick and dying birds more quickly than the previous year, ensuring quick containment of infection on the farm.