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# Thematic Areas of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management ## Disaster Preparedness This aims to strengthen the capacities of the government, communities, civil society organizations, and the private sector to anticipate, cope, and recover from the adverse impacts of hazards and potential cascading...

# Thematic Areas of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management ## Disaster Preparedness This aims to strengthen the capacities of the government, communities, civil society organizations, and the private sector to anticipate, cope, and recover from the adverse impacts of hazards and potential cascading disasters, and minimize life losses and disruption of daily life. - Installing disaster warning systems - Purchasing radio communication equipment - Earthquake and evacuation drills - Establishing of disaster management plans - Evacuation routes - Emergency energy and water sources - Stockpile needs - Go bags - Communication procedures - Disaster teams - Contingency planning ## Lead Agency: Department of Science and Technology (DOST) ## Other Key Agencies - Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHILVOCS) - Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) - Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) ## Lead Agency: Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) ## Other Key Agencies - Office of Civil Defense (OCD) - Local Government Units (LGU) - Department of Education (DEPED) - Department of Health (DOH) ## Disaster Recovery and Rehabilitation This refers to programs and projects that address disaster losses. Rehabilitation and recovery programs must be aligned with sustainable development and the "build back better" principle. - Debris cleanup - Financial assistance to individuals