EXPOSURE AND VULNERABILITY

The probability of harmful consequences resulting from the interactions between natural or human - induced hazards and vulnerable conditions.

• HAZARD

• DISASTER RISK

• VULNERABILITY

• EXPOSURE

It is a proactive approach where the risks are reduced and managed.

• DISASTER RISK

• DISASTER REDUCTION

• DISASTER RISK REDUCTION MANAGEMENT

• DISASTER RISK REDUCTION

It is a condition determined by physical, social, economic and environmental factors or processes which increase the susceptibility of a community to the impact of hazards.

• DISASTER RISK

• VULNERABILITY

• DISASTER

• EXPOSURE

Identify the factors as to which type of vulnerability it belongs to:

MARKETS & ACCESS TO GOODS & SERVICES

• PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL VULNERABILITY

• SOCIAL VULNERABILITIES

• ECONOMIC VULNERABILITIES

• HUMAN FACTOR

Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the Philippines' high vulnerability to natural hazards?

• Poverty

• Weak institutions

• Advanced technology

• Reliance on agriculture and fishing

Which sector in the Philippines is highly dependent on a constant water supply and is vulnerable to climate-related changes?

• A. Agriculture and Food

• B. Coastal and Marine Resources

• C. Human Health

• D. Watersheds: Forestry, Biodiversity, and Water Resources

What is a "physical hazard" as defined in the context of exposure to hazards?

• A. A factor within the environment that can harm the body without necessarily touching it, such as vibration and noise.

• B. A result of socioeconomic status and behavioral choices.

• C. Major natural disasters with severe negative short-run economic impacts.

• D. Events that threaten the surrounding natural environment and adversely affect people’s health.

Which human factor can improve our ability to forecast extreme events, withstand their impacts, and recover afterward?

• Wealth

• Education

• Governance

• Technology

Why are children and the elderly considered more vulnerable during disasters?

• A. They have less physical strength to survive disasters

• B. They are more likely to be politically marginalized.

• C. They have greater access to resources.

• D. They are more educated about disaster preparedness.

What role can governance play in reducing vulnerability to natural hazards?

• A. Advancing policies that reduce vulnerability.

• B. Supporting education and awareness efforts.

• C. Fostering social networks and empowering communities.

• D. All of the above.