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7. Introduction to Disaster Preparedness

The chapter discusses the challenges and nuances of disaster preparedness, highlighting that mere communication from local governments is insufficient for effective risk management. It delves into the complexities of risk perception among individuals and the difficulties in motivating communities to adopt preparedness technologies. The emphasis is on the need for enhanced investment in prevention rather than reactive measures post-disaster.

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Sections

  • 1

    Introduction To Disaster Preparedness

    This section discusses the challenges of disaster preparedness, highlighting barriers individuals face in adopting preventative measures.

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  • 1.1

    Need For Adoption Of Small Technologies

    Small technologies such as disaster preparedness measures are crucial but face implementation challenges due to low public awareness and engagement.

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  • 1.2

    Risk Communication Process

    The risk communication process involves local governments conveying essential information to communities about disaster preparedness, emphasizing the need for people to recognize and act against risks.

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  • 2

    Challenges In Disaster Preparedness

    This section discusses the challenges faced in disaster preparedness, including people's perceptions of risk and the inefficacy of conventional risk communication strategies.

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  • 2.1

    Reasons For Low Preparedness

    This section discusses various factors contributing to low disaster preparedness among individuals and communities.

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  • 2.2

    Risk Perception Issues

    This section explores the complexities of risk perception and communication in readiness for disasters, emphasizing the need for effective strategies to engage communities.

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  • 3

    Current Spending Trends

    This section discusses the inadequacy of disaster preparedness funding compared to emergency response spending and highlights the challenges faced in promoting risk awareness and preparedness among communities.

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  • 3.1

    Investment In Preparedness Vs. Response

    This section discusses the crucial need for investment in disaster preparedness rather than solely focusing on emergency response.

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  • 3.2

    Proactive Risk Financing

    This section discusses the importance of proactive risk financing and the challenges communities face in preparing for disasters.

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  • 4

    Communication Of Risk

    This section discusses the challenges in communicating disaster risk to communities and the factors influencing their preparedness.

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  • 4.1

    Effective Messaging During Emergencies

    This section highlights the challenges of risk communication in promoting disaster preparedness among communities.

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  • 4.2

    Public Reception To Risk Messages

    This section addresses the challenges local governments face in effectively communicating risk preparedness and the various factors that impact public response.

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  • 5

    Knowledge And Perception Of Risk

    The section discusses the challenges of risk communication and the perception of risk within disaster preparedness.

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  • 5.1

    Understanding Risks

    This section discusses the challenges in promoting disaster preparedness and the importance of risk perception and communication in mitigating risks.

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  • 5.2

    Preparedness Measures And Public Responsibility

    This section discusses the need for disaster preparedness measures and challenges faced by local governments in communicating these measures effectively to communities.

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References

2 part b.pdf

Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

  • Risk communication must be ...
  • People's perceptions of ris...
  • There is a critical need fo...

Final Test

Revision Tests