Disaster Risk Assessment
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Which of the following is NOT an emotional response to disasters according to the psychological perspective?

  • Nightmares
  • Anxiety
  • Economic loss (correct)
  • Trauma

    • The sociocultural perspective does not consider how community beliefs affect disaster preparedness.

    False

    What is meant by the economic perspective in disaster management?

    It refers to the effects of disasters on economic activities such as the flow of goods and services and the cost of damage.

    People's __________ can significantly influence how they respond to disasters.

    <p>values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following disaster perspectives with their corresponding focus:

    <p>Psychological Perspective = Emotional and cognitive responses Economic Perspective = Impact on economic activities Sociocultural Perspective = Cultural beliefs and values Community Preparedness = Planning and readiness before disasters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of the psychological perspective?

    <p>Fear and anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Economic perspectives solely focus on individual financial losses rather than community impacts.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one common emotional response to a disaster.

    <p>Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management education?

    <p>Speeding up economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Capacity building does not include activities such as fire or earthquake drills.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan (NDRRMP)?

    <p>To set goals and specific objectives for reducing disaster risks and implementing related actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The priority area focused on preventing hazards and mitigating their potential impacts is called _____ .

    <p>Disaster Prevention and Mitigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following disaster management strategies with their definitions:

    <p>Hazard Mapping = Identifying areas at risk of disasters Disaster Preparedness = Strengthening community capacities to cope with disasters Risk Assessment = Evaluating potential disaster impacts Engineering Interventions = Implementing design solutions to reduce disaster risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of disaster preparedness?

    <p>Hazard mapping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Disaster management strategies solely focus on responding during a disaster.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one way a community can build resilience against disasters.

    <p>Conducting risk assessments or having disaster response plans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors contribute to disaster risk?

    <p>Interaction between a hazard and vulnerable characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Capacity refers only to physical infrastructure available in a community.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define disaster risk.

    <p>Disaster risk is the expected number of lives lost, persons injured, property damage, and disruption of economic activity due to natural phenomena.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The greater the _____ of a community, the lesser the effects of the disaster.

    <p>capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'capacity' in the context of disaster management?

    <p>All strengths and resources available to reduce disaster risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of disaster risk with their definitions:

    <p>Hazard = A natural phenomenon that may cause harm Vulnerability = Characteristics that increase susceptibility to damage Exposure = The number of people and assets affected by hazards Capacity = Resources available to reduce disaster damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The interaction of a hazard with capacity is crucial for understanding disaster impact.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List two components that contribute to a community's capacity in disaster risk management.

    <p>Physical means and societal coping abilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Disaster Risk Overview

    • Disaster risk refers to expected impacts from natural phenomena including lives lost, injuries, property damage, and economic disruptions.
    • It emerges from the interaction of hazards and the vulnerabilities of people and places.

    Disaster Risk Components

    • Considered a combination of:
      • Severity and frequency of hazards
      • Number of people and assets exposed
      • Vulnerability to damage
    • Capacity plays a crucial role in reducing potential damage from disasters.

    Capacity Definition and Importance

    • Capacity encompasses strengths and resources within a community that can mitigate risks and effects of disasters.
    • Includes:
      • Infrastructure and physical assets
      • Institutional frameworks
      • Societal coping abilities
      • Human knowledge and skills
      • Social relationships and leadership
    • Greater community capacity leads to reduced disaster impacts.

    Perspectives on Disaster Impact

    • Psychological Perspective: Focuses on emotional and cognitive responses to disasters (e.g., trauma, anxiety, depression).
    • Economic Perspective: Examines the impact of disasters on local economies, including disruptions in goods and services.
    • Sociocultural Perspective: Analyzes how beliefs, values, and customs affect disaster preparedness and recovery.

    Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act (RA 10121)

    • Enacted in 2010 to guide disaster risk reduction strategies.
    • Integrates disaster risk management education into school curricula as a form of capacity building.

    National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan (NDRRMP)

    • Formulated by the Office of Civil Defense to outline goals for reducing disaster risks.
    • Aims for safer, adaptive, and disaster-resilient communities.

    Four Priority Areas of NDRRMP

    • Disaster Prevention and Mitigation: Focus on reducing vulnerabilities through hazard mapping, risk assessments, and establishing safety standards.
      • Prevention aims to eliminate hazards' impact.
      • Mitigation accepts events will happen and aims to lessen their effects.
    • Disaster Preparedness: Enhances community capacities to anticipate, cope with, and recover from emergencies.

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    Explore the fundamentals of disaster risk, including the expected impacts on lives, property, and economy due to natural phenomena. This quiz helps in understanding the interaction between hazards and vulnerabilities that contribute to disaster risk.

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