19. Strengthen Disaster Preparedness for Effective Response at All Levels
This chapter discusses the integral relationship between disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation, emphasizing the importance of strengthening preparedness for effective disaster response. It delves into the built environment's role, highlighting the responsibilities of professionals involved in disaster management and the various phases of disaster management from risk assessment to recovery. Key elements include understanding social factors influencing disaster impacts and integrating sustainable development into disaster management practices.
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What we have learnt
- Disaster risk reduction is interconnected with climate change adaptation.
- The built environment encompasses settlements, infrastructure, and services crucial for disaster preparedness.
- Professionals involved in disaster management play a vital role in planning and implementation for safety and resilience.
Key Concepts
- -- Disaster Risk Reduction
- Strategies aimed at minimizing the damage caused by disasters through preparedness and mitigation efforts.
- -- Built Environment
- The human-made surroundings that provide the setting for human activity, including settlements, infrastructure, and services.
- -- Sustainable Development
- Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
- -- Disaster Management Phases
- The stages involved in managing disasters, including risk assessment, prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
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