Journal of Environmental Hazards

Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia

Publications

• Perspective   
  Natural Hazard Preparedness: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Community-based Disaster Response Plans
  Author(s): Maryam Regina*
  
  Natural hazards, such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and wildfires, are increasingly frequent due to climate change and environmental degradation. These events not only cause immediate harm but also disrupt social and economic systems, affecting vulnerable populations. As the frequency and severity of such hazards continue to rise, the importance of robust disaster preparedness and response mechanisms becomes undeniable. While government agencies play a critical role in disaster management, the involvement of local communities in the development and implementation of disaster response plans has been shown to significantly improve resilience [1]. Community-Based Disaster Response Plans (CBDRPs) are frameworks developed by local populations, often in collaboration with local governments, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other stakeholders. These plans focus on leveraging .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2684-4923.2024.8.235

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