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Vulnerable
Hazard Community
Natural hazards are part and parcel of
the Philippine environment, but
disasters happen because human
settlements, infrastructures, people
and economic activities are placed
where hazards happen
WHAT IS DISASTER RISK?
HAZARDS
It is the element of disaster
which is considered as the
trigger events.
Disaster Risk Model
• Medical effects
• Damage to critical facilities
• Disruption of transportation
• Economic impact
• Global environmental change
• Social and political impact
Among the effects:
Loss of life
Loss of livelihoods
Damage to property
Destruction of infrastructure
Damage to the environment
Financial loss
Diversion of resources
Epidemics
Migration
Displaced people or refugees
Food shortages
Insecurity