Disaster And Response

Question 1

Physical factors influencing response

Answer 1

Speed of onset of the event

Magnitude of the event

How long the event lasts

Question 2

Human factors influencing the response to disaster

Answer 2

Level of monitoring

Degree of preparation

Quality/quanitity of relief

Question 3

Park disaster response curve- stage 1

Answer 3

STAGE 1

Predisaster

Quality of life is normal (for the country)

Question 4

Park model stage 2

Answer 4

Hazardous event happens, quality of life, economic activity and social stability falls

Question 5

Park model stage 3

Answer 5

This is when you modify the loss by using search and rescue teams, medical aid etc.

Question 6

Park model stage 4

Answer 6

Relief and rehabilitation period may include national/international help

Question 7

Park model stage 5

Answer 7

Permanent rebuilding of physical and social infrastructure to restore normality as soon as possible

Quality of life, economic activity and social stability returns to normal or even surpasses the previous level of normality

Question 8

What is the shape of the park model dependent on?

Answer 8

The type of hazard e.g. earthquake vs volcanic eruption⁹