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Discuss various measures of disaster preparedness.
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Disaster preparedness is a broad concept that describes a set of measures
that minimises the adverse effects of a hazard including loss of life and property and
disruption of livelihoods. Disaster preparedness is achieved partially through readiness
measures that expedite emergency response, rehabilitation and recovery and result in rapid,
timely and targeted assistance. It is also achieved through community-based approaches
and activities that build the capacities of people and communities to cope with and
minimise the effects of a disaster on their lives.
A comprehensive disaster preparedness strategy would therefore include the following elements:
1. Hazard, risk and vulnerability assessments
2. Response mechanisms and strategies
3. Preparedness plans
4. Coordination
1. Hazard, risk and vulnerability assessments
All planning and implementation of disaster preparedness measures should be based on an assessment and prioritisation of the hazards and risks that people face, as well as their ability or inability to cope with and withstand the effects of those hazards. This assessment should:
• Identify the characteristics, frequency and potential severity of the hazards a community
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