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The objectives of humanitarian action are to save lives, alleviate suffering and maintain human dignity during and in the aftermath of man-made crises and natural disasters, as well as to prevent...
It consists of a series of action-oriented tips for Cluster Coordinators and members of Clusters to consider before, during, and after the activation of the Cluster Approach. It complements ˜...
Disaster events can generate large volumes of solid waste that overwhelm waste management and emergency authorities and impact on the affected community. Despite the potential impact of disaster...
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The Kachchh earthquake in Gujarat occurred on the 26 January, 2001 and caused massive destruction to property and loss of life in the towns of Bhachau, Anjar, Rapar, Bhuj and Gandhidham as well as...
The Philippines is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world due to its hazard-prone locationand vulnerable population. If it is to avoid a repeat of the loss of lives and devastation...
The September 21st, 2009 earthquake in Eastern Bhutan, has been the most devastating disaster faced by Bhutan in recent times from this disaster, the government has further realized the importance...
There have been several documented major seismic events that have affected theCaribbean Region. Since the late 1600, over ten earthquakes with magnitude 5. 8 orgreater have impacted the region...
These Guidelines are non-binding. While it is hoped that States will make use of them to strengthen their laws, policies and/or procedures related to international disaster response, as...
This manual has been prepared to assist in the restoration and retrofitting of structures located in therural areas of earthquake affected Kashmir, situated in the northernmost area of India and...