DRRR Summative Flashcard 1 (Midterm)

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Mitigation

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This refers to a community's efforts to strongly reduce the impacts of disasters.

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Effect of Typhoon on Vegetable Supply

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After a typhoon affects farms, the vegetable supply will be limited, leading to an increase in prices.

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Safety Hazard

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Examples include lack of fire exits and unsafe electric circuits.

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First Responders

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Individuals responsible for securing the scene, preserving life, and treating the wounded during emergencies.

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Evacuation Centers

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Making day care schools evacuation centers for typhoons is an example of mitigation.

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Resilience

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The ability of a community to recover quickly from disasters.

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Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

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Strategies aimed at minimizing vulnerabilities and disaster risks.

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Biological Hazard

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Hazards that arise from biological substances, such as bacteria or viruses.

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Chemical Hazard

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Hazards that arise from chemicals that can cause harm to health or the environment.

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Crisis Management

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The process of handling emergencies and minimizing their impact.