Disaster ang Preparedness?!
“ Disasters can be substantially reduced if people are well informed and motivated towards a culture of disaster prevention and resilience , which in turn requires the collection, compilation and dissemination of relevant knowledge and information on hazards, vulnerabilities and capacities.” My take: The latest onslaught of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan are evidence that even the most disciplined and prepared people are vulnerable to nature’s wrath. Sa atin , typhoons Ondoy and Pepeng, took lives, Billions worth of properties and infrastructure and worst, the unquantifiable social and economic costs. Our geographic setting makes us prone to natural hazards: typhoons, volcanic eruption, landslides, earthquake, tsunami, among others. People and community participation have been recognized as vital elements in disaster management. The Hyogo Framework of Action of the United Nations (2005-2015) identified the usage of knowledge, innovations, and education to build a c...