DRRR Reviewer (module-based)

Disaster

A serious disruption in the functioning of a community or society, resulting in widespread human, material, economic, or environmental losses.

Hazard

A potential threat to life, the environment, or property that becomes a disaster when it causes actual harm.

Vulnerability

The conditions of a community that make it more susceptible to hazards.

Exposure

The presence of people, infrastructure, and economic activities in hazard-prone areas.

Disaster Risk

The potential loss of lives, injuries, and damages due to a hazard.

Coping Capacity

The ability of individuals and communities to respond, recover, and adapt to disasters.

Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

Strategies and measures aimed at minimizing the impact of disasters.

Natural Hazards

Hazards that occur naturally, such as typhoons, earthquakes, and floods.

Man-made Hazards

Hazards resulting from human activities, such as industrial explosions and pollution.

Primary Effects

Direct consequences of a disaster, such as water damage from floods.

Secondary Effects

Indirect results stemming from primary effects, like fires caused by electrical damage.

Tertiary Effects

Long-term consequences of disasters, such as permanent relocation of communities.

Socio-Cultural Factors

Traditions, beliefs, and community cooperation that influence disaster risk.

Psychological Factors

Mental resilience and ability to handle disaster situations.

Economic Factors

Resources available to a community that influence disaster risk.

Physical Vulnerability

The susceptibility of structures to damage caused by hazards.

Social Vulnerability

The ability of people to cope with and recover from hazards.

Motivational Factors

Factors that influence community preparedness and cooperation during disasters.

Resilience

The capacity of a community to recover from disasters.

Coping Strategies

Methods individuals use to deal with disaster impacts, such as seeking emotional support.

Displacement

The forced movement of people from their homes due to disaster impacts.

Infrastructure

The basic physical systems of a community, which can affect vulnerability during disasters.

Emergency Response Systems

Organizational measures to respond promptly and efficiently to emergencies.

Disaster Education

Training and information provided to communities to prepare for disasters.

Hazard Map

A map showing levels of risk categorized into low, moderate, and high hazard zones.

Magnitude

A measure of the total energy released by an earthquake.

Seismograph

An instrument that detects and records earthquakes.

Mercalli Scale

Measures earthquake intensity based on observed effects.

Richter Scale

Measures earthquake magnitude developed by Charles Richter.

Tsunami Warning

An alert for potential tsunami events based on observed geological activities.

Volcanic Eruption

The explosive release of lava, ash, and gas from a volcano.

Lahar

A deadly mudflow consisting of volcanic debris, ash, and water.

Ash Fall

Fine volcanic particles that can cause respiratory issues and disrupt activities.

Pyroclastic Flow

A fast-moving mix of hot gases and volcanic debris.

Lava Flow

Molten rock that flows from a volcanic vent.

Community Resilience

The ability of a community to withstand and recover from adverse conditions.

Food Supply Impact

Destruction of farms leads to food shortages following a disaster.

Psychological Impact

Trauma and stress disorders resulting from exposure to disasters.

Infrastructure Collapse

Failure of structures like roads, bridges, and buildings during extreme events.

Economic Impact

Disruption of businesses and loss of jobs following disasters.

Environmental Hazards

Natural landscapes and bodies of water that can be affected by disasters.

Biodiversity Loss

Decreased variety of plant and animal species due to environmental destruction.

Biological Hazards

Threats from living organisms that can harm human health.

Technological Hazards

Hazards caused by industrial or technological failures.

Earthquake Hazard

Physical phenomena associated with an earthquake that can cause damage.