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The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service is commonly abbreviated as ______.
The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service is commonly abbreviated as ______.
DRRMS
The Philippines is located in the ______ which causes it to experience geological hazards.
The Philippines is located in the ______ which causes it to experience geological hazards.
Pacific Ring of Fire
One-third of the most intense typhoons occur in the ______.
One-third of the most intense typhoons occur in the ______.
Pacific Ocean
Executive Order No. 159, series of 1968, mandates the establishment of disaster control organizations in various ______.
Executive Order No. 159, series of 1968, mandates the establishment of disaster control organizations in various ______.
Presidential Decree No. 1566 stresses the importance of community disaster ______.
Presidential Decree No. 1566 stresses the importance of community disaster ______.
Rule 1040 of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards requires each agency to provide ______ in workplaces.
Rule 1040 of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards requires each agency to provide ______ in workplaces.
A ______ is an event that has the potential to cause harm to life and property.
A ______ is an event that has the potential to cause harm to life and property.
The probability of harmful consequences is referred to as ______.
The probability of harmful consequences is referred to as ______.
Capacities are positive resources and abilities helpful in mitigating, preparing for responding to and recovering from the ______ impact
Capacities are positive resources and abilities helpful in mitigating, preparing for responding to and recovering from the ______ impact
Risk reduction involves managing risks to ensure that hazards do not result in ______ if vulnerabilities are addressed
Risk reduction involves managing risks to ensure that hazards do not result in ______ if vulnerabilities are addressed
Risk management is essential for disaster prevention and ensures sustainable ______
Risk management is essential for disaster prevention and ensures sustainable ______
The probability of experiencing a natural or technological ______ at a given location is known as hazard occurrence probability
The probability of experiencing a natural or technological ______ at a given location is known as hazard occurrence probability
Identifying people or school buildings affected by a hazard is part of assessing the elements at ______
Identifying people or school buildings affected by a hazard is part of assessing the elements at ______
A ______ is a large powerful tropical cyclone that occurs over warm water
A ______ is a large powerful tropical cyclone that occurs over warm water
Winds of 89-117 kph may be expected in at least 18 hours as per PSWS ______
Winds of 89-117 kph may be expected in at least 18 hours as per PSWS ______
A go bag, also known as an ______, contains essential supplies for emergencies
A go bag, also known as an ______, contains essential supplies for emergencies
A thunderstorm produces ______ and heavy rainfall as its main characteristics
A thunderstorm produces ______ and heavy rainfall as its main characteristics
An ______ is a shaking of the ground caused by sudden slippage of rock masses
An ______ is a shaking of the ground caused by sudden slippage of rock masses
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Study Notes
Disaster Risk Management in the Philippines
- DRRMS (Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service) is critical for addressing geological and hydrometeorological hazards.
- The Philippines is prone to hazards due to its location in the Pacific Ring of Fire and Typhoon Belt.
Types of Hazards
- Geological hazards: earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
- Hydrometeorological hazards: typhoons, floods, storm surges, and landslides.
Natural Hazards Frequency
- One-third of the most intense typhoons occur in the Pacific Ocean.
- The Pacific Ring of Fire hosts many active volcanoes, increasing geological risk.
- Typhoons frequently affect the coastal regions of the Pacific Ocean.
Legislative Framework
- Executive Order No. 159 (1968) mandates disaster control organizations across various government sectors.
- Presidential Decree No. 1566 (1978) aims to strengthen disaster control capabilities and promote community preparedness.
- Rule 1040 of Occupational Safety and Health Standards emphasizes organizing disaster control groups in workplaces.
Understanding Key Terms
- Hazard: Potentially harmful event impacting life, property, and the environment.
- Risk: The likelihood of harmful outcomes from hazards, including injuries and economic disruption.
- Vulnerability: Conditions determined by physical, social, economic, and environmental factors.
- Capacities: Resources and abilities that help communities mitigate and recover from hazard impacts.
Risk Reduction and Management
- Risks can be managed through proactive measures reducing vulnerabilities to hazards.
- Effective risk management is essential for disaster prevention and sustainable development.
Hazard Occurrence Probability
- Hazard occurrence probability assesses the likelihood and magnitude of natural or technological hazards in a specific area.
- Elements at risk include people, infrastructure, and their economic values, requiring proper inventory and assessment.
Natural Hazards Overview
- Types of natural hazards include typhoons, tornadoes, thunderstorms, floods, storm surges, landslides, and tsunamis.
- A typhoon is a powerful tropical cyclone formed over warm ocean waters, characterized by counterclockwise rotation.
Modified Public Storm Warning Signals (PSWS)
- PSWS #1: Winds of 30-60 kph expected in at least 36 hours.
- PSWS #2: Winds of 62-88 kph expected in at least 24 hours.
- PSWS #3: Winds of 89-117 kph expected in at least 18 hours.
- PSWS #4: Winds of 118-184 kph expected in at least 12 hours.
- PSWS #5: Winds of 185 kph and higher expected in at least 12 hours.
Emergency Preparedness
- A "go bag" or emergency kit should include essentials like food, water, first aid supplies, flashlight, and personal documents.
- Effective communication is essential during emergencies, and families should have an emergency plan.
Responses and Signal Importance
- Local authority guidelines must be followed during storm warnings to ensure safety.
- Storm warning signals are crucial for minimizing risk during typhoons.
Specific Natural Hazard Characteristics
- Thunderstorm: Produces lightning, thunder, and heavy rainfall.
- Flood: Inundation of normally dry land.
- Earthquake: Ground shaking from sudden rock slippage, sometimes followed by aftershocks.
- Volcanic eruption: Release of magma, gases, and ash during volcanic activity.
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