Natural_Hazards_and_Disaster_Risk_Reduction.pptx

Natural disaster and risk reduction management

1. Natural Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction

2. Introduction Natural hazards are natural events such as earthquakes, floods, or typhoons that can threaten life and property. They become disasters when they impact vulnerable communities. Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) helps minimize these impacts through preparedness and resilience.

3. Understanding Natural Hazards

4. Disaster Risk and Vulnerability Disaster risk arises from the interaction of hazards with vulnerable conditions. Factors such as poverty, weak infrastructure, and lack of preparedness increase vulnerability, while resilience reduces potential damage.

5. Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

6. Education and Community Participation Education builds awareness and preparedness. Community participation ensures local knowledge and cooperation, making DRR strategies more effective and sustainable.

7. Climate Change and Future Challenges Climate change intensifies natural hazards through rising sea levels, stronger storms, and unpredictable weather. Integrating Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) with DRR helps ensure long-term resilience.

8. Conclusion Natural hazards are inevitable, but disasters are preventable. Through effective DRR, communities can save lives, protect property, and build a safer, more resilient future.