Disaster Management

Disaster Management

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.

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 impact can be reduced through a good understanding of preventive actions.

Types of Natural Disasters
Hurricane

Tornado

Lightning

Tsunami

Avalanche

Disaster Management Cycle

 Response:

Actions taken to save lives or property damage.
Recovery: Actions that assist a community to return to a sense of normalcy after a disaster.  Mitigation: Reduces the chance of a hazard taking place.
 Preparedness: Plans made to save lives or property.