How does lessening a typhoon's effects benefit a community?
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Prior to the DWF programme, families frequently lost part or all of their homes and each time the cost of recovery was huge, with the family having to borrow to meet this cost. Strengthening the house means that when a natural hazard hits the region, families no longer have to bear this cost of recovery and this enables them to channel their budget to other, more productive activity. They are beginning to improve their homes, since they now feel they are secure and permanent structures. There has also been a reduction in the number of people killed and injured in floods and storms as a result of the living in houses that now provide substantial protection. The Commune Damage Action Plans developed as part of the programme benefit all members of the community, not just those who receive direct support for their house improvement.