Disaster Preparedness Programmes

Disaster Preparedness refers to measures taken to prepare for reducing the effects of a disaster. That is, to predict and, where possible, prevent disasters, mitigate their impact on vulnerable populations, and respond to effectively cope with their consequences. EXIN Social brings for you the role disaster preparedness programmes can play in the event of crisis.

More than 200 million people are affected by disasters each year. Disaster preparedness programmes helps to protect yourself, your family and your community and our world. Emergencies come in many forms, and they may require anything from a brief absence from your home to permanent evacuation.

Essential preparedness, planning and mitigation are key factors in ensuring that historic properties are properly identified, evaluated, and treated immediately after a disaster occurs and in the recovery period afterwards. While disasters may be unpredictable, important steps can be taken before a disaster occurs to minimize the threat of damage.  Disaster preparedness is everyone’s responsibility.Although it is important for local governments and jurisdictions to implement planning and mitigation measures before a disaster or emergency occurs, many of these measures should also be implemented proactively by local communities or neighborhood organizations or by individual owners of historic properties.

Prepare a disaster preparedness kit. This kit should consist of blankets, medical supplies, water, torch-light, food among others.

Compile a list of key emergency contacts. Determine which agency or what person is responsible for what activities and make the information widely available. Maintain adequate emergency supplies.

Arrange a safe haven for your pets in the event of evacuation. Do not leave your pets behind. Remember, if it isn’t safe for you, it isn’t safe for your pets. They may become trapped or escape and be exposed to numerous life-threatening hazards.

Always remember, catastrophe can strike anytime, so it is vital to remain prepared. Although no one can stand before mother-nature, but the least we can do is be prepared to minimize our losses.