5.2. Preparedness Measures and Public Responsibility

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is disaster preparedness?

   Hint

   Think about the steps taken before a disaster occurs.

2. 2.

   What is one example of a technology used in disaster preparedness?

   Hint

   Consider technologies that help with resource management.

3. 3.

   What is a key factor in effective disaster preparedness?

   • Just having information
   • Community engagement
   • Ignoring risks

   Hint

   Consider who needs to take action based on information.

4. 4.

   True or False: People always understand their risk during emergencies.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the perceptions of individuals before a disaster.

5. 5.

   A local government has a budget where 80% goes towards disaster response. Provide a strategy for reallocating resources to emphasize preparedness without compromising response efficacy.

   Hint

   Consider community engagement as a means to raise awareness.

6. 6.

   Design a campaign that effectively communicates risk to a community that has shown previous apathy toward emergency messages.

   Hint

   Engage emotions to foster connection and importance.