Format:
Online-Ressource (XII, 366 p. 82 illus., 62 illus. in color, digital)
ISBN:
9784431542520
Series Statement:
Disaster Risk Reduction, Methods, Approaches and Practices
Content:
This book outlines disaster risk reduction (DRR) approaches in Bangladesh, drawing examples and lessons from the national and community-level programs, projects, and relevant experiences of the country. The content is based on a selection of available documents, a consultative workshop with academicians from different universities undertaking DRR higher education programs, and the editors' own knowledge and experience in the field. Special emphasis is given to analyzing field experiences from academic perspectives, and to highlighting key issues and the policy relevance of disaster risk redu
Note:
Includes bibliographical references
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Preface; Message: The Challenging Road to Disaster Resilience in Bangladesh; Contents; Part I: Outline and Basics of DRR; Chapter 1: Disaster, Risk and Evolution of the Concept; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Evolution of the Disaster Paradigm; 1.2.1 Recognition Towards Disaster Risk Reduction; 1.2.2 Resilience; 1.2.3 Vulnerability and Exposure; 1.3 Evolution of the International Agenda on DRR; 1.3.1 International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction; 1.3.2 International Strategy for Disaster Reduction; 1.4 Progress on DRR at Different Levels; 1.4.1 Global Level; 1.4.2 Regional Level
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1.4.3 National Level1.4.4 Thematic Level; 1.5 Hyogo Framework for Action and Its Five Priorities; 1.6 Mid-Term Progress Review of the HFA; 1.6.1 Mid-Term Progress Review of the HFA; 1.6.2 Comparison Between Global and Asia-Pacific Regional Progress; 1.7 Localizing HFA Implementation; 1.8 DRR Stakeholders; References; Chapter 2: Understanding Vulnerability and Risks; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Concepts of Risk and Vulnerability; 2.2.1 Vulnerability: A Conceptual Discussion; 2.2.2 Risk: A Conceptual Discussion; 2.2.3 Risk and Vulnerability Assessment: Micro and Macro Perspectives
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2.2.4 Assessing Resilience: An Emerging Phenomenon in DRR2.3 Resilience Analysis in Bangladesh: A Case Study; 2.3.1 Accountability and Community Participation; 2.3.2 Partnership; 2.3.3 Education and Training; 2.3.4 Social Protection; 2.3.5 Participation, Voluntarism, and Accountability; 2.4 Conclusion; References; Chapter 3: National Perspectives of Disaster Risk Reduction in Bangladesh; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Disaster Scenario: Goal, Objectives and Principles; 3.3 National Disaster Management Plan; 3.4 Disaster Management Structures; 3.5 Disaster Management Regulatory Framework
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3.5.1 Disaster Management Act3.5.2 National Disaster Management Policy; 3.5.3 Standing Orders on Disaster; 3.6 Different Levels of Disaster Management Plans; 3.6.1 National Plan for Disaster Management; 3.6.2 Sub-National Level Plans; 3.6.2.1 District Disaster Management Plan (DDMP); 3.6.2.2 Upazila Disaster Management Plan (UzDMP); 3.6.2.3 Union Disaster Management Plan (UDMP); 3.6.3 Sectoral Development Plans Incorporating Disaster Risk Reduction; 3.6.4 Hazard Specific Multi-sectoral Disaster Management Plans; 3.6.4.1 Earthquake Contingency Plan; 3.6.4.2 Cyclone Shelter Plan
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3.6.4.3 Disaster Resilient Cluster Housing3.6.4.4 Tsunami Response Plan; 3.7 Disaster Management Act; References; Part II: Hazard and Risk Profiles of Bangladesh; Chapter 4: Flood Risks and Reduction Approaches in Bangladesh; 4.1 Overview of Flood Risk; 4.1.1 Geographical, Physiographic and Hydro-Meteorological Factors Responsible for Floods; 4.1.1.1 Surrounded by Mountains; 4.1.1.2 Lower Riparian Country; 4.1.1.3 Floodplain Country; 4.1.1.4 Unique Hydro-Meteorological System; 4.1.2 Key Determinants of Extent of Flooding; 4.1.2.1 Peak Flow; 4.1.2.2 Duration of Floods
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4.1.2.3 Time of Peak Flows in Major Rivers
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9784431542513
Additional Edition:
Druckausg. Disaster risk reduction approaches in Bangladesh Tokyo : Springer, 2013 ISBN 9784431542513
Language:
English
Subjects:
Geography
DOI:
10.1007/978-4-431-54252-0
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