2. Understanding Risk in Disaster Contexts
The chapter discusses the concepts of hazard, exposure, and vulnerability that collectively define risk in the context of disasters. Various types of natural hazards including hydro-meteorological, geological, and biological are explained alongside their implications for society. Furthermore, the chapter highlights the disparity in how disasters affect low-income versus high-income countries, emphasizing the need for effective disaster risk management strategies.
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