Disaster Management

Types of Natural Disasters

Disaster Management Cycle
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Disasters whether natural or man made can strike at
any time.
● The general response to a disaster is in terms of relief
and rescue operations.
● If we are adequately prepared, its possible to severely
reduce the impact of a disaster.
● The can be reduced through a good understanding of
preventive actions.
 A Disaster can be defined as:
● A sudden accident or natural
event that causes loss of life.
● The biggest problem with the
disasters is the suddenness and
swiftness with which they arrive
● Mitigation: Reduces the chance of a hazard taking place.
● Risk reduction:Seeks to avoid future risks as a result of a
disaster.
● Prevention:Avoiding a disaster even at the eleventh hour.
● Preparedness:Plans made to save lives or property.
● Response:Actions taken to save lives and prevent property
damage.
● Recovery:Actions that assist a community to return to a sense of
normalcy after a disaster.