Disaster Risk Reduction & Management

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Which of the following best describes the primary goal of Disaster Risk Reduction & Management?

To avoid any kind of development in areas prone to disasters.
To systematically increase disaster risks for better resource allocation.
To lessen the adverse impacts of hazards and the possibility of disaster. (correct)
To focus solely on responding to disasters after they occur.

A chemical spill in an industrial area would be categorized under which type of disaster?

Man-made disaster. (correct)
Hydrometer disaster.
Natural disaster.
Geographical disaster.

What is the MOST accurate description of the impact of disasters on society?

Disasters impact human life, economy, social structures, health, ecology, and psychological well-being. (correct)
Disasters primarily affect the economy, with minimal impact on human life.
Disasters only have a significant impact on the environment.
Disasters mainly affect those with pre-existing health conditions.

Based on the information, what makes the Philippines particularly vulnerable to disasters?

Its location between major tectonic plates and within the typhoon belt. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios exemplifies seeking to avoid the development of new or increased disaster risks?

Implementing stricter building codes in earthquake-prone areas. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a natural disaster?

A disaster triggered by a natural hazard or cause. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym 'DISASTER' represent?

Destruction, Incidents, Sufferings, Sentiments, Tragedies, Eruption of Communicable Diseases, Research program and its Implementation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Beyond atmospheric and oceanographic events, what triggers 'geographical' type of natural disaster?

Tectonic or exogenous incidents (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is a disaster defined in terms of necessary response according to the provided materials?

An event requiring extraordinary responses from outside the affected community area. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Pandemic. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

Disaster Risk Reduction

A systematic process to lessen the adverse impacts of hazards and potential disasters.

Disaster Risk Avoidance

Actions taken to avoid the development of new or increased disaster risks.

Natural Disaster

Events triggered by a natural hazard, such as earthquakes, floods, or typhoons.

Man-made Disasters

Events triggered by human-induced hazards, like chemical spills or civil disturbances.

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Disaster (WHO Definition)

Any occurrence that causes damage, ecological disruptions, loss of life, or health service deterioration, warranting extraordinary responses.

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Disaster (FEMA Definition)

An occurrence causing human suffering and creating needs that victims cannot alleviate without assistance.

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The Elements of Disaster (DISASTER)

Destruction, incidents, sufferings, sentiments, tragedies, eruption of communicable diseases, research program and its implementation.

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Study Notes

Disaster Risk Reduction & Management is a systematic process to lessen the adverse impacts of hazards and possibly avoid disaster risks.

Impact of Disaster

Disasters impact human life, the economy, social structures, health, ecology, and mental well-being.

Types of Natural Disasters

Natural Disasters are triggered by natural hazards.
Examples of Natural Disasters include earthquakes, fires, floods, typhoons, and volcanic eruptions.
Types of Natural Disasters are hydrometer disaster, geographical, and biological.

Types of Man-made Disasters

Man-made Disasters are triggered by human-induced hazards.
Examples of Man-made Disasters include biological contamination, chemical spills, civil disturbance, construction failure, electrical power failure, explosions, fires, and gas leaks.
Some examples of technological and security disasters are environmental degradation.

Disaster

A disaster is any occurrence that causes damage, ecological disruptions, loss of human life, or deterioration of health services.
The scale of disasters are sufficient to warrant extraordinary responses from outside the affected community area.
A disaster is an occurrence, either natural or man-made, that causes human suffering and creates human needs that victims cannot alleviate without assistance.
Destruction Incidents, Sufferings, Sentiments, Tragedies, Eruption of Communicable Diseases, and Research program and its Implementation are attributes to a Disaster.

Risk Profile - Philippines

The Philippines lies between the Pacific and Eurasian tectonic plates.
On average, there are 16 perceptible earthquakes and 2-5 non-perceptible earthquakes per year in the Philippines.
The Pacific Ring of Fire has 220 volcanos, 22 of which are considered active and destructive with five being monitored.
The Philippines is located along the typhoon belt in the Pacific, where 75% of typhoons originate.
The Philippines averages 20-30 typhoons, 5-7 are destructive.