1.9. David Alexander's Diagram of the Disaster Cycle

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are the two main phases before a disaster occurs according to the disaster cycle?

   Hint

   Think about what actions can be taken before a disaster.

2. 2.

   What does response involve in the disaster cycle?

   Hint

   Consider what first responders do.

3. 3.

   Which phase encompasses both mitigation and preparation?

   • Before Impact
   • After Impact
   • Recovery

   Hint

   Think about when the community prepares to face a disaster.

4. 4.

   True or False: The recovery phase occurs before the response phase.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the sequence of actions after a disaster has happened.

5. 5.

   Given a scenario where a coastal city has been hit by a hurricane, outline a recovery plan that incorporates lessons learned from past disasters.

   Hint

   Consider past hurricanes and their impacts.

6. 6.

   Discuss how government policies can better support both the response and recovery phases of disaster management.

   Hint

   Think about services that are needed immediately and in the long term.