Basic Concept of Hazard and Disaster

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Sudden calamitous event disrupting a community, causing losses beyond its coping ability.

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Disaster

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____________________ = X(Hazard+Exposure+Vulnerability)

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Disaster Risk

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Potential loss of value in health, status, well-being, or wealth.

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Disaster Risk

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Potentials for damage to man and environment from natural events.

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Hazards

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People, properties, economic activities, and services threatened by a harmful event.

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Elements at Risk

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Identification and mapping of elements at risk and assessment of vulnerability.

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Risk Assessment