10 Questions
Define the term 'preparedness' in the context of disaster risk management.
Preparedness entails pre-disaster activities that are undertaken within the context of disaster risk management and are based on sound risk analysis.
What is the main difference between emergency management and disaster preparedness?
Emergency management is a top-down response with external agencies providing resources and services, while disaster preparedness involves going one step backward before a disaster to mitigate and possibly prevent its effects by safeguarding lives and assets.
Explain what is meant by 'vulnerability' in the context of disaster risk management.
Vulnerability is the condition determined by physical, social, economic, and environmental factors that increase the susceptibility of a community to the impact of disasters.
Describe the concept of 'capacity' as it relates to disaster risk management.
Capacity refers to the combination of all the strengths and resources available within a community that can reduce the level of risk of a disaster.
What are the key components of the disaster risk management process according to the text?
The key components are prevention, mitigation, preparedness, relief/response, recovery, and development.
What are the signs of an approaching local tsunami?
Felt earthquake, extreme lowering of sea level, noticeable rise and fall of coastal water, rumbling sound of approaching waves
What should you do if you're along the shore and you feel a very strong earthquake?
Run away from the shore toward a higher ground because a tsunami might have been triggered
What is the difference between an active volcano and a potentially active volcano?
Active volcano is currently erupting or showing signs of eruption; potentially active volcano has erupted and then entered a long period of inactivity.
What are the hazards associated with volcanic eruptions?
Lava flow, pyroclastic flow, pyroclastic surges, tephra falls, ballistic projectiles, volcanic gas, lahar
How can one reduce the impact of a volcanic eruption?
By preparedness planning and risk assessment
Explore the concepts of emergency management and disaster preparedness in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Lesson 4. Learn about top-down response to disasters, alleviating suffering, and implementing measures to mitigate and prevent disaster effects.
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