1.2.3. Physical Vulnerability

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define vulnerability in the context of disasters.

   Hint

   Consider factors that might make a community more susceptible.

2. 2.

   List one factor that can increase social vulnerability.

   Hint

   Think about demographic characteristics.

3. 3.

   What are the three components of disaster risk?

   • Hazard
   • Exposure
   • Vulnerability
   • Risk
   • Threat
   • Impact
   • Capsize
   • Recovery
   • Resilience

   Hint

   Think about what elements can contribute to understanding risks.

4. 4.

   True or False: Higher income always reduces a community's vulnerability.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the impact of financial resources during a disaster.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with assessing a community that recently experienced a flood. How would you analyze their vulnerability, considering social, economic, and physical factors? Include recommendations for reducing this vulnerability.

   Hint

   Break down the assessment into each vulnerability type and propose targeted strategies.

6. 6.

   Consider two communities: one with high economic status and another with low economic status facing the same natural disaster. Discuss how their vulnerabilities differ and what that means for their recovery.

   Hint

   Think of how economic disparities create different scenarios for disaster recovery.