RA 10121 PHILIPPINE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION ACT (2010) Flashcards
(36 cards)
encompasses the statistics of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind, rainfall, atmospheric particle count and numerous other meteorological elements in a given region over long periods of time.
ENHANCED greenhouse effect
Climate is weather for a particular area averaged over a period of time ranging from months to thousands or millions of years. The classical period is __ years, as defined by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
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the present condition of these same elements over periods up to two weeks. Weather describes the short- term state of the atmosphere. Most weather phenomena occur in the troposphere
Weather
change in climate over time, whether due to natural variability or as a result of human activity
Climate Change
IPCC
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
change of climate which is attributed directly or indirectly to human activity that alters the composition of the global atmosphere which is in addition to natural climate variability observed over a comparable period of time”
Anthropogenic Climate Change
A “thicker” blanket of greenhouse gases as a result of human activities, traps more infrared radiation and raises temperatures, altering the climate system.
ENHANCED greenhouse effect
Anthropogenic sources of greenhouse gases:
- Use of fossil fuels (ex: energy, transportation)
- Land use change (ex: agriculture, deforestation)
- Industrial processes (ex: cement & lime production)
Types of Natural Hazards: Geologic
- Earthquakes
- Volcanic eruptions
- Landslides/mudflows
- Tsunamis
- Others (sink holes, ground subsidence, erosion)
Types of Natural Hazards: Hydro-meteorologic
- Strong wind
- Storm surge
- Floods
- Landslides/Mudflows
- Drought
- Extreme temperatures
- Sea level change
- Salt-water intrusion
A dangerous phenomenon, substance, human activity or condition that may cause loss of life, injury or other health impacts, property damage, loss of livelihoods and services, social and economic disruption, or environmental damage.
Hazard
The degree to which the elements at risk are likely to experience hazard events of different magnitudes. (PDRRMA)
Exposure
The characteristics and circumstances of a community, system or asset that make it susceptible to the damaging effects of a hazard. Vulnerability may arise from various physical, social, economic, and environmental factors such as poor design and construction of buildings, inadequate protection of assets, lack of public information and awareness, limited official recognition of risks and preparedness measures, and disregard for wise environmental management.
Vulnerability
The ability of a system, community or society exposed to hazards to resist, absorb, accommodate and recover from the effects of a hazard in a timely and efficient manner, including through the preservation and restoration of its essential basic structures and functions.
Resilience
Aims to achieve the reduction of disaster risk and losses in lives, livelihoods, and health over the next 15 years
Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030
Blueprint to achieve better and more sustainable future by addressing global challenges
UN Sustainable Development Goals
Aims to keep the increase in global average temperature to well below 2C above pre-industrial levels limit to 1.5C increase
Paris Agreement 2015
Provides roadmap for building cities as engines of prosperity and centers of cultural and social well-being while protecting the environment
New Urban Agenda
One of the required documents to be produced by the Philippine government pursuant to Republic Act 10121.
NDRRMP 2020-2030
Outlines the roadmap for climate change adaptation and mitigation from 2011 to 2028
National Climate Change Action Plan 2011-2028
Importance of DRR in the Philippine Context:
- Protects lives, property, and livelihoods
- Minimizes social and economic impacts of disasters. Ensures sustainable development by reducing vulnerabilities.
MAIN GOALS OF RA 10121: PHILIPPINE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION ACT.
- Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation
- Strengthening LGU and Community Capacities
- Establishing Comprehensive DRR and Management System
CORE PRINCIPLES OF RA 10121: DISASTER RISK REDUCTION APPROACH
- People-Centered and Community-Based
- Comprehensive, Integrated, and Multi-Sectoral
- Proactive and Anticipatory
- Formulate national policies, plans, and guidelines for DRR.
- Coordinate disaster response, recovery, and preparedness at the national level.
National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)
