After earthquake in Mexico City in 1985 the '' ' National Civil Protection System ' '' , by which as a response the Secretary of Navy of Mexico reformed the Plan Marina ( launched 1968 ) to cover the coastal areas where it is better equipped to serve the forces of the SEDENA during calamities , were both officially created . Thus , both Secretariats have been since responsible for civil defense and disaster relief and response operations during calamities within the national territory , a role now jointed today by the Federal Police
earthquake in Mexico City
1985 Mexico City earthquake
Plan DN-III-E