(DRR) L2 Risk and Disaster Risk

• The risk is the probability that an event will occur, while hazard refers to the potential impact or damage caused by the event.
• Hazard + Exposure = Risk
• Disaster Risk

  • Product of the possible damage caused by a hazard due to vulnerability.
  • Identification and mapping of the elements at risk and assessment.
• Risk Factors Underlying Disasters (SAGE)

  • Severity of Exposure
  • Age
  • Gender and Family
  • Economic status of country
• Severity of Exposure

  • Highest risk of mental health problem: Those who experience first hand.
  • Lowest risk: Most distant people.
• Age

  • Adults (40-60) are more stressed after disaster
  • General: Children exhibit more stress.
• Gender and Family

  • Female genders suffers more adverse effect and worsens when children are present at home.
• Economic status of country

  • Severe mental problems are more prevalent in developing countries.