Questions and Answers
What phase of the disaster cycle involves actions taken before a disaster to reduce its impact?
During which phase of the disaster cycle do communities take urgent actions to assist affected populations?
Which of the following factors is not typically considered a disaster risk factor?
Which type of disaster is characterized by sudden and unforeseen events that exceed local capacity to respond?
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What is an essential aspect of community preparedness for disasters?
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What does the disaster risk equation indicate as critical components?
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Which of the following best characterizes man-made disasters?
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In disaster risk management, what does the term 'vulnerability' refer to?
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What factor does NOT affect the level of disaster risk?
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What are the two primary classifications of disasters?
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What is considered a key factor in community preparedness for disasters?
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Which of the following elements is NOT part of the disaster cycle phases?
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What is the role of 'capacity' in the context of disaster risk?
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What characterizes a disaster according to the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a disaster?
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What impact can disasters have on a society?
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What does 'community preparedness' refer to in the context of disasters?
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Which phase of the disaster cycle involves immediate reactions to manage the crisis?
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In terms of disaster risk factors, which of the following can contribute to the severity of a disaster?
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Which type of disaster is characterized by sudden and unpredictable events that require immediate action?
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Which of the following statements about the effects of disasters is TRUE?
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Study Notes
Safe Keeping Measures
- Safe keeping measures are crucial in disaster management.
Nature of Disasters
- Disasters cause total damages that overwhelm the capacity of neighborhoods or the general public to manage.
- Recovery from disasters may take months or even years.
Concept of Disaster
- Defined as a sudden and unforeseen event, leading to overwhelming consequences.
- Three levels of disaster impact: Household, Community, and Provincial.
Disaster Cycle
- Consists of three phases:
- Mitigation/Preparation (Pre-Disaster Phase)
- Response (Disaster Phase)
- Recovery (Post-Disaster Phase)
Understanding Risk
- Risk involves the exposure of vulnerable communities to hazards or disasters.
- Influenced by factors such as hazard, vulnerability, capacity, and potential losses.
Disaster Risk Components
- Risk comprises four critical elements:
- Resources at risk of being lost
- Incidence occurrence in a specific locale and time
- Surveillance to prepare for disasters
- Disaster Risk formula: Hazard x Vulnerability / Capacity
Classification of Disasters
- Two main categories:
- Natural Disasters: Result from environmental disturbances surpassing community coping capacity.
- Man-Made Disasters: Caused by human errors, either intentional or accidental.
Disaster Categorization
- Disasters can be categorized based on the extent of impact and the community's ability to take action.
- Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act (RA 10121) defines disasters as serious disruptions involving significant losses that exceed a community's coping capacities.
Thoughts on Disaster Prevention
- Despite technological advances, preventing disasters remains challenging due to their unpredictable nature.
- Disasters lead to disruptions that affect many people, resulting in human, material, monetary, and ecological losses.
- The impact of disasters varies across different societal levels, including households, communities, and provinces.
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Test your understanding of disaster management with this quiz covering the nature of disasters, their effects on communities, and recovery processes. Explore key concepts and measures for effective response and recovery during catastrophic events.
