1.2 - Establishing a Local DRM Committee
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Practice Questions
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What does DRM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what the committee is focused on.
What is the first step in establishing a local DRM committee?
💡 Hint: Consider what the community needs to address.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is one of the first steps the local DRM committee should undertake?
💡 Hint: Think about the context of establishing the committee.
True or False: Social capital is not important for effective disaster management.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of community networks during disasters.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a comprehensive disaster management plan for a coastal community facing hurricanes, including roles for local DRM committees, early warning signs, and community engagement strategies.
💡 Hint: Focus on the unique aspects of coastal threats and community structure.
Evaluate a case study where a local community successfully implemented a DRM strategy. Identify affecting factors and recommend improvements based on those findings.
💡 Hint: Detailed evaluation should link back to concepts discussed in the section.
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