Basic Concept of Hazard and Disaster

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

____________________ = X(Hazard+Exposure+Vulnerability)

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

Potentials for damage to man and environment from natural events.

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

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