DISASTER DISASTER PREPAREDNESSPREPAREDNESS

GROUP 2GROUP 2

TEAM MEMBERSTEAM MEMBERSEXPERTS & PARTICIPANTSEXPERTS & PARTICIPANTS

EXPERTSEXPERTS1.Prof.Dr.Burcak1.Prof.Dr.Burcak2.Prof.Dr.Rajib Shaw2.Prof.Dr.Rajib Shaw3.Prof.Dr.Ram Mohan3.Prof.Dr.Ram Mohan4.Dr.R.R.Krishnamoorthy4.Dr.R.R.Krishnamoorthy

PARTICIPANTS5. Dr,Sundharavadivel6. Dr.Sridhar7. Dr.Uma Maheshwari8. Mr.Prakash9. Mr.Satish10. Prof.Dr.Latha Mazumder

Pre-Disaster Phase

UNDERSTANDING THE CONCEPTA framework of elements

considered with the possibilities to reduce /avoid the Disaster risk or reduce the vulnerability, or to limit the adverse impact of Hazards within a broad context of sustainable development.

Recommended course of action

Identify Hazards and demarcation of prone zones.Identify key stake holdersStudy the existing mechanismFill up the gaps Convene meetings between interested and affected parties to draw policiesDefine common goals, agenda, working arrangements

Recommended Course of action

Identify the priorities area for developing strong coordination,integration,and information exchange.Establish centers that should work on specific prioritiesArrange for continuous sustainable discussions

Classification by Nature of Hazards

Natural HazardMixed Hazard-Man Induced appears Natural / Industrial HazardsTechnological Hazards

Components in Pre Disaster Phase

Hazard Analysis (Disaster History, Scientific Analysis, Community Experience, Secondary Data)

Vulnerability Analysis (Ability to resist,cope,recover)

Mitigation & Prevention (Land use regulation,Structures,Value in terms of currency)

Preparedness & Planning. (Community Planning, Regional, Statewide, Nationwide)

Predicting & Warning.( Decision making, Communication)

Identifying Probable Hazards & Vulnerability Assessmentin Tamil Nadu

Natural Hazards

FloodsLandslidesEarth QuakeCycloneTsunami

Mixed

IndustrialTerrorist AttackEpidemicMajor Fire AccidentsCollapse of StructuresTragedy-Airlines/Railways

Technological hazards

Computer BugsMajor Economic loss in BPO industry if there is disruption in networkingStrong virus attackServer ProblemsDependent and Maximum Utilization of Power supply.Lack of Research and development in TechnologyCommunication and Information System setback

Major Role Players-Stake holders

GovernmentCommunityNon Government OrganizationsCharity / Voluntary OrganizationsAcademicianCorporateScientistsProfessionals in Disaster ManagementMedia

Role of Government-Gap Analysis

Development Projects

Quality Conformance

Data& Information Sys.

Efficient & Effective Governance

Relief Distribution Plan

Building codes

NGO’s to be regulated

Develop Early Warning Sys.

Evacuation Plans

R&DE GovernanceHealth Care

Allocate sufficient funds

Curriculum Schools/College

Identify Hazard prone regions

Recommendations-Priority

Hospitals –Facility, Trauma Care, Capacity, Bed space, Emergency Kits, Blood Bank, Supported with power supply, Sufficient funds, Audit Hospital in every region.Ensure that minimum of two Hospitals are located in every Region.

Recommendations-Priority contd

Appoint Professionals exclusively for Disaster Management (Most of them are given Multi task.( Routine office work+ Training/ Disaster Volunteers)Network of “data base sharing” to enable smooth distribution of relief's

Recommendations-Priority contd

Divide regions into compartments and ensure a Fire Station, one Hospital, Relief’s distribution center, Disaster Information CenterEnsure that every community in the city has a electronic board / ordinary hoarding notice board displaying warning /information dissemination centers etc.

Recommendations-Priority contd

Ensure everybody adheres to policies, rules and codes with rigidity. Violation of policies should be strictly dealt.Encourage and inculcate being proactive rather than reactive to disaster situations.Ensure regular orientation sessions to Doctors, Teachers, Engineers, Other professionals

Structure of community• Individuals within community• Family within community• Professionals within the community• Local Actors/Leaders in the communityEvery community should identify the

probable disaster that might strike the location.

Recommendation for Family in Community –Gap Analysis• Awareness on Do’s & Don’ts• Safety kit in every home• Preparedness and arrangements for

family members who are physically challenged/ mentally abnormal, Senior citizens

• Family communication plan

Recommendations-Priority contd.-Community

Capacity BuildingInfrastructure, Structural Design Quality ConformanceAlternative earning skillsEnsure good Drainage system/Water supply/ ElectricityCoordinate with Hospital, Fire station, Pharmacies, Blood Bank, Health centers etc.

Recommendations-Priority contd.-Community

• Training and mock drills• Community Evacuation plan• Elevated Public shelter• Ensure Symbolic pictures for

directions and available facility• Construct Community halls for

regular discussions, medical camp etc

Recommendations-Priority contd.-Community

• Check on epidemics• Ensure database of members living in

the community• Train and depute Volunteers within

community.

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION-Community Plan

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Telephone: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ E-mail: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Temporary accommodation: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Address: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Telephone: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Academician’s Role• Empower students / Youth• Training• Research & Development• Inculcate a culture of preparedness• Contingency Planning• Counselling

Academician’s RoleCapacity BuildingCoordinated efforts with scientist and Engineers to provide solution to challengesIntegrated , Multi disciplinary approachOrganize/participate in Refresher coursesFrequent updates on contemporary issues.

MediaMedia’’s Roles Role

Authenticated careful, dissemination of Authenticated careful, dissemination of Information without creating panicInformation without creating panicCreate AwarenessCreate AwarenessUpdate on emerging issuesUpdate on emerging issuesSafety kit, Evacuation plan discussions, Safety kit, Evacuation plan discussions, Encourage brain storming sessions among Encourage brain storming sessions among public live on air for better solutions.public live on air for better solutions.Encourage alternative skills for earning.Encourage alternative skills for earning.

Conclusion

Disaster Preparedness should be seen as a priority Development process and not just a precautionary measure.A multidisciplinary , integrated approach should be undertaken.

Thank You

“Together we will fight againstHunger, Decease and Calamity.”

A PRESENTATION BY GROUP 2

For“The International Workshop on Disaster Management”

An Initiative byUN ISDR

WBI,Kyoto University, Middle East Technical University, & Madras University