Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Typhoon Impacts

Vocabulary flashcards focusing on key laws, agencies, plans, and major typhoons related to disaster risk reduction in the Philippines.

Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

A systematic approach to identifying, assessing, and lessening disaster risks to minimize loss of life, property damage, and environmental harm.

Republic Act No. 10121

The 2010 Philippine law that institutionalized Disaster Risk Reduction and Management nationwide and set up new structures for preparedness and response.

Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act (PDRRM Act)

Alternate name for RA 10121, which shifted national policy from reactive disaster response to proactive risk reduction.

National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)

The inter-agency body that leads, coordinates, and monitors DRR initiatives in the Philippines; replaced the National Disaster Coordinating Council formed in 1978.

Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC)

The province-level office responsible for implementing RA 10121 and managing disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.

Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (MDRRMC)

The municipal counterpart of the DRR structure, tasked with local disaster planning and operations.

City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council/Office (CDRRM)

City-level DRR body that oversees urban disaster preparedness, response, and rehabilitation efforts.

Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan (LDRRMP)

A comprehensive plan created by local governments detailing strategies, resources, and protocols for DRR and emergency response.

Pacific Ring of Fire

A horseshoe-shaped belt of intense seismic and volcanic activity around the Pacific Ocean; the Philippines’ location here contributes to its exposure to natural hazards.

Super Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda)

A Category 5 cyclone that devastated the Philippines in November 2013, affecting over 16 million people and spurring reforms in disaster management.

Super Typhoon Odette (Rai)

A powerful storm that struck the Philippines in December 2021, impacting more than 10 million individuals.

Typhoon Ruping (Mike)

A November 1990 typhoon that affected approximately 6.2 million Filipinos.

Typhoon Ondoy (Ketsana)

A September 2009 storm that caused severe flooding in Metro Manila, impacting about 4.9 million people.

Typhoon Frank (Fengshen)

A June 2008 typhoon that hit the Philippines, affecting roughly 4.7 million residents.

Typhoon Ulysses (Vamco)

A November 2020 cyclone that influenced around 6.1 million people in the Philippines.

Category 5 Super Typhoon

The highest classification for Western Pacific tropical cyclones, with sustained winds ≥195 km/h (120 mph); exemplified by Typhoon Haiyan.

Disaster Preparedness Program

A coordinated set of actions—such as early warnings, evacuation drills, and public education—designed to reduce the harmful effects of disasters before they occur.