Question

what are the main components of disaster management? in short

Answer 1

Key components of a Disaster Management Information System would be a database of a) Hazard Assessment Mapping b) Vulnerability Assessment c) Demographic Distribution d) Infrastructure, Lifelines and Critical Facilities e) Logistics and Transportation Routes f) Human and Material Response Resources g) Communication Facilities The usage of Disaster Management Information Systems (DMIS) would be in 3 contexts · Preparedness planning · Mitigation · Response & recovery The hazard and vulnerability assessments and mapping components of a DMIS are the cornerstone of preparedness planning as well as planning and implementation of a mitigation program. All data is of critical use in the preparedness plan as well as in the actual response operations.