Week 1 Day 1: The Nature Of Disaster PDF

 The Nature of Disaster Disasters, both natural and human-induced, can have devastating consequences on our communities, economies, and ecosystems. Understanding the complex and interconnected nature of disaster is crucial for developing effective prevention, response, and recovery strategie...

 The Nature of Disaster Disasters, both natural and human-induced, can have devastating consequences on our communities, economies, and ecosystems. Understanding the complex and interconnected nature of disaster is crucial for developing effective prevention, response, and recovery strategies. by Jeanette Tamayo  Most Essential Learning Competencies 1. Explain the meaning of disaster 2. Differentiate the risk factors underlying disasters  Identify Understand the meaning of disaster. Objectives Justify Justify different kinds of disasters that are common; the Philippines has experience. Observe surroundings and every Observe situation that you may encounter. Appreciate the significance of Appreciate knowing disaster risks and how it may affect one’s life.  Let the student watch the video and let them share their thoughts about disaster..  Process Questions : Based on the video you have watched , how will you describe disaster? What is its characteristics?  The Philippines has experienced from an inexhaustible number of deadly earthquakes, volcano eruptions, and Disaster in the other natural disasters. Philippines This is due to its location along the Ring of Fire, a large Pacific Ocean region where many volcanic eruptions and earthquakes occur. Definition of Disaster Disaster is "a sudden, A disaster is a calamitous occurrence that damaging event that causes great harm, injury, occurs suddenly destruction, and and involves loss of devastation to life and property life and property. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO, 2008), disaster is “a serious disruption of the functioning of a community or a society involving widespread human, material, economic or environmental losses and impacts, which exceeds the ability of the affected community or society to cope using its own resources”. According to United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction defines disaster as a serious disruption of the functioning of a community or a society involving widespread human, material, economic or environmental losses and impacts, which exceeds the ability of the affected community or society to cope using its own resources. Disasters are often a result of the combination of: the exposure to a hazard; the conditions of vulnerability that are present; and insufficient capacity or measures to reduce or cope with the potential negative consequences.  Types of Natural Disasters Geological Meteorological Hydrological Biological Earthquakes, Hurricanes, Disease volcanic tornadoes, Floods, outbreaks, eruptions, droughts, and insect landslides, and blizzards, and sea level-rise, infestations, and tsunamis. severe storms. pandemics. Causes and Triggers 1 Geological Factors 2 Meteorological Factors Tectonic plate Extreme weather movements, volcanic patterns, climate activity, and erosion. change, and ocean- atmospheric interactions. 3 Human Activities Urbanization, deforestation, and environmental degradation. Impact of Disaster on Human Populations Loss of Life Displacement Disasters can claim Millions of people are forced thousands of lives, leaving to flee their homes, seeking communities devastated. shelter and safety. Economic Disruption Psychological Trauma Disasters can cripple local Survivors often face long- and regional economies, lasting mental health leading to job losses and challenges, including PTSD financial hardship. and depression. Impact on the Environment 1 Ecosystem Disruption Disasters can destroy habitats, disrupt food webs, and lead to the loss of biodiversity. 2 Resource Depletion Disasters can deplete or contaminate natural resources, such as water, soil, and air. 3 Long-Term Effects The environmental impacts of disasters can persist for decades, affecting future generations.  Activity 1 Think of five (5) disasters that you have experienced , watched or read in the past two years. Then , write how you feel while experiencing , watching or reading it. Calamity/Disaster Your Feeling 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.