Literature Review: Disaster Risk Reduction Programs To Increase Public Awareness Of Natural Disasters

BackgroundThe key components of disaster risk reduction typically include risk assessment, early warning systems, public awareness and education, infrastructure and land-use planning, preparedness and response planning, and sustainable development. The third component is the public awareness and education. Educating communities about potential risks and how to prepare for and respond to disasters is crucial for building resilience and ensuring the effective implementation of DRR measures. The fourth component is infrastructure and land-use planning. Regarding the preparedness and response planning, developing comprehensive disaster preparedness and response plans is helpful in ensuring a swift and coordinated response during emergencies, thereby minimizing the impact on life and property. Lastly, regarding sustainable development, integrating DRR into development planning can help create sustainable and resilient communities that are better equipped to withstand and recover from disasters. PurposeThis study aims to review articles that examine the disaster risk reduction program to increase public awareness of natural disasters DesignThis study was categorized as a literature review MethodData were collected by searching articles published on SAGE, Springer link, Proquest, Scopus, and Science Direc in 2020-2023. Results263 articles were used in the review. These articles discuss the disaster risk reduction program to increase public awareness of natural disasters. Fifteen articles reviewed were original research. ConclusionLocal communities play a central role in hazard identification, development of preparedness plans, detection and response to emergencies, and implementation of recovery efforts. Community leaders and local health workers (e.g. family doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, community health workers).