Chapter 3

METHODOLOGY

This chapter will discuss the study respondents and the research design. It will present the instruments

used and the procedures applied in the data collection and analysis.

Research Design

The study aims to determine the vulnerability of *insert location* households to typhoons. The

researchers will quantitatively look into the various conditions related to the susceptibility of typhoons

through the use of survey questionnaire and 4-Point Likert scale.

Respondents of the Study

The target population of this research will be the residents of *insert location*. This is due to the

proximity of the location to the address of majority of the researchers, and also due to its accessibility. It

is also because the location is situated at one of the coastal areas of Bohol which are typically more

exposed to impacts of typhoons due to direct exposure to the sea.

The researchers will invite respondents based on their age and years of residency in the location. The

researchers plan to invite respondents within the age range of 18-60 years old. The researchers also plan
to only involve respondents who have at least 5 years of residency in the area to ensure their experienced

of typhoons at the location. The researchers will expect 30 respondents to answer the questionnaires.

Research Instrument and Data Gathering

The researchers will use a modified standard Likert Scale to measure the level of typhoon vulnerability of

*insert location*. It will be used to interpret the recorded data of the respondents.

The researchers will gather data from the respondents in the form of a survey questionnaire. It will

contain close-ended questions that will rate from strongly agree with a rating of 4 to strongly disagree

with a rating of 1. A structured survey questionnaire will be prepared by the researchers using the Typhoon

Vulnerability Assessment of Calumpit, Bulacan conducted by Immaculate Conception School of Malolos as

reference. Physical and online copies of the questionnaire will be distributed to the residents of *insert

location*, whichever is more convenient for the respondent. The online copy of the questionnaire will not

be posted publicly or on social media and confidentiality will be observed.

The researchers will tabulate the collected survey data in a table for analysis and interpretation.

Written below are the inquiries to be used in the survey questionnaire:

Table 3.1 Survey Questionnaire

PHYSICAL VULNERABILITY

Strongly Disagree (2) Agree (3) Strongly

Disagree (1) Disagree (4)
1. My house is constructed with durable materials such as
stone, concrete, or reinforced steel.
 2. My house is situated on higher ground, reducing the likelihood
of flooding during typhoons.
3. The area surrounding my house is free from tall trees and
densely packed buildings.
4. My house is surrounded by well-maintained canal systems.
5. The area around me is clean and free from garbage and waste.
6. There are emergency supplies and food in my house in case of
typhoon-related events.
7. I live near essential facilities such as hospitals, police
stations, and fire stations.
8. I live near major roads or highways.
9. There is a proper evacuation center in my barangay that can
accommodate all residents in case of emergency.
10. My barangay has backup water and electricity supply in case
of emergencies.

SOCIAL VULNERABILITY
Strongly Disagree (2) Agree (3) Strongly
Disagree (1) Disagree (4)
1. I have enough money to cover my needs.
2. I finished high school education.
3. I can make decisions for myself and my family even in times of
emergency.
4. All members of the household are healthy and can perform
physical activities, there are no disabled persons or people
who need physical support.
5. I am aware of the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
practices of my barangay.
6. I have access to reliable transportation in case of
evacuation.
7. I have friends or family members far from my location who
can provide support in times of need.
8. I have a mobile phone or other means of communication with a
stable connection in my location.
9. I am aware of emergency protocols and procedures
established by my community.
10. I have neighbors or community members I can rely on for
assistance in preparing for or responding to typhoon-related
emergencies

Process for Calculation and Analysis of Findings

The researchers will analyze the data gathered from the survey through the application of the Likert Scale.

Each response provided by the respondent will be assigned a numerical value from 1 to 4, with 1

representing “Highly Disagree” and 4 representing “Highly Agee”. These values will be used in the

calculation of mean scores for each statement related to physical and social vulnerabilities of the

location to typhoons.

The mean scores will provide the researchers with insight into the conditions of the respondents and their

perceptions towards their vulnerability to typhoons. Higher mean scores will represent a higher level of

preparedness while lower mean scores will imply potential vulnerability.

Step 1:

∑𝐴
𝑥𝐼 =
𝑛𝐴

Where:

I = Item/Inquiry answered

A = value of the answers per inquiry

nA = number of answers

Step 2:
 ∑𝑄
𝑥𝑉 =
𝑛𝑄

V = vulnerability type (Physical or Social)

Q = mean of the questions per vulnerability type

nQ = number of questions per vulnerability type

Step 3:

∑ 𝑉𝑞
𝑥𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑙𝑙 =
𝑛𝑉

Vq = mean of overall vulnerability

Q = mean of the questions per vulnerability type

nV = number of vulnerability types

The overall mean will determine the status of vulnerability of the location based on the data given by the

respondents.

Table 3.2 Interpretation of Results

Point Scale Interpretation

 4 The location is highly resilient to typhoon disasters with minimal vulnerability.

3 The location has moderate vulnerability to typhoon disasters with some level of

preparedness and resilience.

2 The location is highly vulnerable to typhoon disasters.

1 The location is extremely vulnerable to typhoon disasters.

The interpretations from Table 3.2 will provide a clearer understanding of the overall vulnerability level

of the location based on the calculated total overall mean.