Understanding Disasters and Management

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What is a disaster?

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A sudden event causing damage, danger, or loss to people, property, and the environment.

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Name two types of disasters.

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Natural disasters (earthquakes, floods) and man-made disasters (fires, chemical spills).

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What is a natural hazard?

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A natural event that has the potential to cause damage or danger, like floods, cyclones, or earthquakes.

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Give examples of natural disasters in India.

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Earthquakes in Himalayan regions, cyclones in the east coast, floods in Assam or Kerala.

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What is disaster management?

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The process of preparing for, reducing the impact of, responding to, and recovering from disasters.

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Name the four phases of disaster management.

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Mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery.

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What is mitigation?

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Steps taken to reduce the severity of a disaster before it happens.

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What is preparedness?

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Planning, training, and organizing resources to handle a disaster.

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What is the role of rescue teams?

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To save people, provide medical aid, and help victims during and after disasters.

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Give examples of safety measures during a flood.

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Move to higher ground, avoid contact with floodwater, keep emergency kits ready.