NIKKIE NORO
STEM 2-1A
The possibility of possibly hazardous phenomena occurring, and the degree of loss carried
on by its occurrence are the two elements determining whether a disaster will occur. In other
words, a disaster's incidence depends on its hazard and vulnerability.
Disasters are significant impediments to a community's ability to function that exceed what
it can cope with on its own. Natural hazards, human-made hazards, and technological, as well as
a variety of other elements, can all lead to disasters. On the other hand, a hazard is any source of
perceived danger, destruction, or adverse health impact on humans. It is potentially dangerous or
capable of causing harm to people. While, the vulnerability is the inability to resist a hazard or
respond when a disaster occurs.
Risk is the potential for loss. Risk exposure measures the potential for future loss (or losses)
as a consequence of an action or event. Exposure means the presence of individuals in areas that
could adversely impact physical phenomena and are thus vulnerable to potential future harm, loss,
or destruction.
In a disaster, you are at risk of dying or getting injured. Also, you can lose your community,
possessions, and property. You will experience mental and physical health issues. Disaster-related
stress reactions mirror typical trauma-related stress reactions in so many ways. Furthermore, loss
of resources, security, and access to the shelter can lead to population migrations in less-developed
countries.