Disaster Management Quiz

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What does the term 'disaster' encompass?

Economic impacts on businesses

Routine natural phenomena with predictable outcomes

Daily accidents that do not result in injury

Sudden, calamitous occurrences causing harm to life and property (correct)

Which of the following is a contributing factor to the frequency of disasters in the Philippines?

A stable climate with few weather changes

Its location in an economically developed region

Advanced building infrastructure

Being situated along the Ring of Fire (correct)

Which scenario best illustrates total destruction caused by a disaster?

Completely destroyed houses and structures making them uninhabitable (correct)

Torn rooftops and collapsed walls

Minor flooding with minimal property loss

Broken windows and doors

Which element is NOT typically affected by a disaster?

Economic productivity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a psychological consequence of experiencing a disaster?

Intense feelings of helplessness and hopelessness (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a minor damage caused by disasters?

Broken windows and doors (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor contributing to disasters as per the discussed concept?

Conditions of vulnerability and inadequate coping measures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of disasters is primarily caused by geological factors in the Philippines?

Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between natural disasters and man-made disasters?

Natural disasters typically occur without human intervention. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a natural disaster?

Earthquake (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does vulnerability refer to in the context of disaster management?

The characteristics that make a community more susceptible to harm. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a hazard?

Insurance policy (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under Republic Act 10121, what is emphasized in disaster risk management?

Proactive measures for disaster mitigation and preparedness. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does not contribute to vulnerability?

Public awareness of hazards (B) Signup and view all the answers

Disasters may cause various impacts. Which impact is specifically linked to social and economic disruption?

Destruction of assets (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of disaster is categorized by a failure of human systems?

Man-made disaster (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'exposure' refer to in the context of hazards?

Elements at risk from a hazard event. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which group is most susceptible to developing mental health issues after a disaster?

Firsthand victims of the disaster. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What factor significantly exacerbates the negative impacts of disasters on women?

Presence of children at home. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is reported to be more stressed after disasters?

Adults aged 40-60. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is linked to a higher prevalence of severe mental problems after disasters?

The developmental status of the country. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can climate change increase disaster risk?

By altering exposure patterns. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What activities are associated with the human-caused effects of climate change?

Deforestation and burning of fossil fuels. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of disaster tends to have more adverse effects in developing countries?

Natural disasters. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the official definition of climate change by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)?

Alterations in the atmosphere due to human activity in addition to natural climate variability. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does environmental degradation impact hazard frequency and intensity?

It increases vulnerability and exposure to hazards. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role does globalized economic development play regarding disaster risks?

It can increase the exposure of assets but could potentially build resilience if managed properly. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are impoverished people more vulnerable to disaster risks?

They often live in hazard-exposed areas and lack risk-reducing investments. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant driver of both disaster risk and environmental degradation?

Over consumption of natural resources. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What allows globalized economic development to potentially reduce risk?

Investment in risk-sensitive development strategies. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between poverty and disaster risk?

Poverty is both a cause and a consequence of disaster risk. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which hazard is most closely associated with poverty?

Drought. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates a natural event from a natural hazard?

Natural hazards impact human life and property. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly defines disaster risk?

The potential losses from a hazard due to community vulnerability. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding human-made hazards?

They arise from human activities and can often be mitigated. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three crucial elements that contribute to disaster risk?

Hazards, vulnerability, and coping capacity. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes risk factors that contribute to disaster outcomes?

They can exacerbate stress reactions based on individual characteristics. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT included in the definition of risk?

Presence of human-made hazards. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what way do hazards affect different communities?

The effects of a hazard can vary based on community vulnerability. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of a natural hazard?

It requires vulnerable entities to become a hazard. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that the poor tend to suffer worst from disasters?

They have fewer resources to recover after disasters. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does poorly planned urban development contribute to disaster risk?

It may occur in contexts of widespread poverty, increasing risk exposure. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does weak governance play in disaster risk management?

It creates an environment where public sector actors neglect their responsibilities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which geographical feature contributes to the Philippines' vulnerability to natural disasters?

The offshore trenches, such as the Manila Trench. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the socio-economic consequences of disasters on the poor?

Total loss of livelihoods and food insecurity. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes disaster risk governance?

It encompasses the strategies to manage disaster risks within broader societal frameworks. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant factor influencing the concentration of disaster risk?

Concentration of poverty and urbanization in high-risk zones. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of urbanization could create new opportunities for resilient investments?

Improved organizational structures in urban planning. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction

Disaster readiness and risk reduction is a Grade 11 topic.
The Philippines is prone to natural disasters.
Natural disasters include earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and others.
The Philippines' location along the Ring of Fire contributes to these events.

Basic Concept of Disaster and Disaster Risk

A disaster is a sudden, calamitous occurrence causing harm, injury, and destruction. It disrupts everyday life causing physical and emotional distress.
Disaster risk is the probability of harmful consequences, including loss of life, injuries, and damage to the environment. It results from interactions between hazards and vulnerable/capable conditions.
Disaster risk is a function/relationship between hazard, exposure, and vulnerability.

Objectives

Understand the meaning of disaster.
Justify different disaster types common in the Philippines.
Observe surroundings and situations.
Appreciate the importance of recognizing disaster risks and their impact on lives.

Philippines: A Country Prone to Natural Disasters

The Philippines has experienced frequent earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and other natural disasters.

What is a Disaster?

Disaster is a sudden, calamitous occurrence that causes great harm, injury, destruction, and devastation to life and property.

Impacts of Disasters

Impacts of disasters include loss of life, destruction of assets, interruption of services, disease, negative effects on physical, mental, and social well-being and damage to property.

Republic Act 10121

Republic Act 10121, also known as the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management System, was passed in 2010.
The law focuses on disaster mitigation and preparedness.
It aims to strengthen disaster risk reduction and management in the Philippines.
It is pro-active unlike its predecessor, Presidential Decree 1566.

Two Basic Groups of Disaster

Natural disasters and Man-made disasters.

Natural Disasters

Natural disasters are caused by natural forces like earthquakes, typhoons, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, fires, tornadoes, and extreme temperatures.
Natural disasters can have rapid or progressive onset.
Examples include Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Tsunamis, Landslides, Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Blizzards, Droughts, Wildfires, and Sink Holes.

Man-Made Disasters

Man-made disasters are caused by human intent, negligence, or error in man-made systems.
Such hazards include Crime, arson, civil disorder, terrorism, war, biological/chemical threat, cyber-attacks.
Examples include Train accidents, plane crashes, shipwrecks, traffic collisions, building collapse, bridge collapse, wildfires, space accidents, and arson.

Vulnerability

Vulnerability is the characteristics and circumstances of a community, system or asset that make it easily affected by the effects of a hazard.
Factors include poor design/construction of buildings, inadequate protection of assets, lack of public information/awareness, limited official recognition of risk, and disregard for wise environmental management.

Hazard

A hazard is a source or condition with the potential to cause harm to humans or property, or to cause environmental damage.
Natural hazards occur when an extreme natural event is destructive to human life and property.
Human-induced hazards are caused by human activities.

Risk

Risk is the probability of harmful consequences. It includes loss of lives, injuries, disruption of economic activities, and damage to the environment.
Risk is a result of interactions between hazards and vulnerable/capable conditions.

Risk Factors Underlying Disasters

Severity of exposure, gender effects, familial factors, economic status, age, climate change, environmental degradation, globalized economic development, poverty and inequality, poorly managed urban development, and weak governance.
Disaster risk is increasingly concentrated in cities due to rapid urbanization and increased population density.
Vulnerable entities include people and structures interacting with hazards.

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Test your knowledge on the concepts of disaster management and the factors that contribute to disasters, particularly in the context of the Philippines. This quiz covers definitions, examples, and psychological consequences related to disasters. Assess your understanding of natural and man-made disasters and their impact.