Governance And Vulnerability Flashcards
What is governance?
The way in which a country or region is run.
Governance can be national or local.
What is national governance?
How the whole country is run.
National governance encompasses policies, regulations, and administration at the country level.
What is local governance?
How local areas are run.
Local governance focuses on community-level decision-making and administration.
What indicates good governance?
A place that is well run and the local or national government is effective.
Good governance is associated with strong institutions and public services.
How does good governance affect hazard events?
Areas with good governance are more able to cope with hazard events and have a faster recovery.
Effective governance enhances resilience to disasters.
What are the consequences of weak or poor governance?
Increased vulnerability and impacts on the area’s ability to cope with a hazard event.
Poor governance can lead to inadequate response and recovery efforts.
What are some ways governance impacts hazard event preparedness?
Governance impacts the ability to:
* Plan for hazard events using techniques such as hazard mapping and land use zoning
* Educate the population about risk and protective measures
* Predict events due to lack of technology and equipment
* Prepare by ensuring availability of water, food, medical equipment, and shelter.
Effective governance is crucial for disaster risk reduction strategies.
Fill in the blank: Poor governance may also be linked to _______.
[specific vulnerabilities or risks associated with governance failures].
This could include inadequate emergency services, lack of infrastructure, etc.
What is a consequence of a lack of openness in government?
Governments are not held to account
This can lead to corruption and mismanagement of resources.
What are some impacts of corruption in construction?
- Construction companies can bypass building regulations
- Money is not spent on preparation
- Bribing officials
Corruption in construction can compromise safety and regulatory standards.
How did corruption in Turkey affect the 1999 and 2023 earthquakes?
It led to increased deaths due to poor construction practices
Corruption allowed construction companies to ignore safety regulations.
What geographical factor increases an area’s vulnerability to disasters?
Population density
A higher population density complicates evacuation and increases the potential impact of disasters.
How does a higher population density impact disaster response?
- Makes it harder to evacuate
- Increases impact if buildings collapse
Tightly packed buildings can lead to greater casualties during disasters.
What issues arise from an area being inaccessible or isolated?
- Difficulty in reaching and supplying aid
- Lack of communication methods
- Poorer infrastructure
- Fewer facilities like medical assistance
Remote areas may not receive timely help during disasters.
What was a challenge faced in Nepal during the 2015 earthquake?
Some hit regions were remote rural areas not reached for days
Isolation hindered disaster response efforts.
