disaster defined as “a natural phenomenon or human activity-driven event that creates injury and death among people; damage to property and infrastructure
Suddenness Disasters typically occur with little or no warning,
Impact have far-reaching consequences.
Vulnerability populations, including the poor, elderly, children, and people with disabilities,
Resilience refers to a community's ability to withstand and recover from disasters.
Mitigation includes implementing building codes, creating early warning systems,
Risk Management involves identifying, assessing, and reducing the risks posed by hazards
