Lesson 5: Disaster Risk Reduction Managemen

Pacific Ring of Fire

The geological region where the Philippines is situated, containing 220 volcanoes, 22 of which are active.

Typhoon Belt

The region along the North Pacific Basin where the Philippines is located, from which 75% of typhoons originate.

Republic Act No. 10121 (PDDRMC Act)

The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010, which provides for policies and plans for all aspects of disaster risk reduction management and recovery, adopting a PROACTIVE approach.

PD 1566 of 1978

The basic law that previously guided disaster management programs, which was observed to be REACTIVE in its approach.

National Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Council (NDRRMC)

The highest policymaking, coordinating, and implementing body for disaster response operations and rehabilitation at the national level, chaired by the National Defense Secretary.

Office of Civil Defense (OCD

The implementing arm of the NDRRMC, whose primary mission is to administer a comprehensive national civil defense and disaster risk reduction and management program.

Philippine Disaster Management System (PDMS)

A system carried out at various political subdivisions and administrative regions through DRRMCs at national, regional, provincial, city, municipal, and barangay levels.

Local DRRM Office (LDRRMO)

Established in every Province, City, Municipality, and Barangay, responsible for setting direction, development, implementation, and coordination of DRRM programs.

Integration of DRR Education

A mandatory inclusion under RA 10121, requiring it in School Curricula and SK (Sangguniang Kabataan) Programs.

Disaster Risk Reduction & Management (DRRM) Concept

Accepts that some hazard events may occur but tries to lessen their impact by improving the community's ability to absorb the impact with minimum damage.

Hazards

Situations that pose a threat to life, health, property, or environment.

Risks (DRRM)

The probability of damage/injury caused by vulnerabilities, which can be preventable with action.

Vulnerability

The susceptibility of communities to hazards based on physical, social, and economic conditions.

Disasters

Serious disruptions exceeding a community's ability to cope using its own resources.

Prevention (DRRM)

A key element of Disaster Risk Reduction & Management, aiming to stop hazards from occurring or minimize their effects.

Mitigation (DRRM)

A key element of Disaster Risk Reduction & Management, involving actions to reduce the extent or severity of disasters.

Preparedness (DRRM)

A key element of Disaster Risk Reduction & Management, involving planning and readiness before a disaster strikes.

Response (DRRM)

A key element of Disaster Risk Reduction & Management, encompassing actions taken immediately before, during, or after a disaster to save lives and property.

Recovery (DRRM)

A key element of Disaster Risk Reduction & Management, focusing on the process of returning to normalcy after a disaster.

Rehabilitation (DRRM

A key element of Disaster Risk Reduction & Management, involving the restoration of essential services and infrastructure after a disaster.

Disaster Risk Management Cycle

Describes the phased sequences of actions including preparation, response, recovery, mitigation, and prevention.

Proactive DRRM Paradigm

A framework that focuses on mitigation & prevention, preparedness, and risk assessment.

Pre-event Framework (DRRM)

Involves activities such as reduction, mitigation, and preparedness that take place before a disaster occurs.

Post-event Framework (DRRM)

Involves activities such as response, rehabilitation, and recovery that take place after a disaster.

Natural Disasters

Types of disasters originating from natural processes, including avalanches, earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, cyclonic storms, and wildfires.

Human-made Disasters

Types of disasters resulting from human intent or error, including criminality, civil disorder, terrorism, war, and fires.

SDG 13: Climate Action & DRR

Focuses on urgent action to combat climate change, with DRR building resilience against climate-related disasters through mitigation and adaptation.

First Aid Training for the Youth

Prepares youth for disaster incidents, teaching responsibility, care, and prevention of complications.

Cravats

Bandages used for dressing and bandaging to regulate bleeding and prevent infection.

Sling (First Aid)

A method to support an injured arm using a triangular bandage.