Living with Risk. A global review of disaster reduction initiatives

Chapter
5
A selection of disaster
reduction applications
This chapter discusses different applications of disaster risk reduction, as outlined in
the graphic representation presented in chapter 1. These efforts become possible after
previous activities to identify and assess risks and institutional capabilities are in place.
The selection of disaster reduction applications discussed in this chapter is not exhaustive,
it serves to illustrate the scope of activities and applications in the field and in certain
cases, assess their strengths and weaknesses. The chapter begins with environmental
management - an area often neglected by traditional disaster managers - and concludes
with early warning systems - a crucial link to effective preparedness and
response activities.
5.1 Environmental management
5.2 Land use planning
5.3 Protection of critical facilities
5.4 Networking and partnerships
5.5 Financial and economic tools
5.6 Early warning systems
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