scholarly journals Delineating risk zones and evaluation of shelter centres for flood disaster management along the Pahang River Basin, Malaysia

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anizan Isahak ◽  
Mohammad I.H. Reza ◽  
Chamhuri Siwar ◽  
Shaharuddin M. Ismail ◽  
Norela Sulaiman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
River Basin ◽  
Disaster Management ◽  
Geographic Location ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Flood Disaster ◽  
Urban Landscapes ◽  
Risk Map ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Risk Zones ◽  
Guidelines And Recommendations

Shelter centres are important locations to safeguard people from helpless situations and are an integral part of disaster risk reduction (DRR), particularly for flood DRR. The establishment of shelter centres, and their design based on scientific assessment, is crucial. Yet, they are very much related to the geographic location, socio-economic conditions and the livelihoods of the affected communities. However, many parts of the developing world are still lagging behind in ensuring such scientific design. Considering the flood disaster in 2014 that affected the residents living along the Pahang River Basin, in this study we delineate the communities at risk and evaluate the existing shelter centres to determine how they reduce people’s vulnerability to the risks associated with rural and urban landscapes. We used spatial analysis tools to delineate risk zones and to evaluate existing evacuation systems. A flood disaster risk map was produced to determine which communities are living with risks. Subsequently, the distribution of shelter centres examined whether they are able to support people living at the flood risk zones. These centres were also evaluated using a set of international guidelines for effective disaster shelters. This reveals that the number of shelter centres is not adequate. The designation and designing of shelter centres are not being done scientifically. The maps produced here have a lot of potential to support disaster management decisions, in particular site selection and the prioritisation of centres. The study concludes with a set of guidelines and recommendations for structural and non-structural measures, such as alternative livelihoods and the potential of ecotourism, which may improve the resilience among flood-affected communities; and the decision-making process for the overall flood DRR initiatives.

Flood disaster risk mapping in the Lower Mono River Basin in Togo, West Africa

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
pp. 93-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joshua Ntajal ◽  
Benjamin L. Lamptey ◽  
Ibrahim B. Mahamadou ◽  
Benjamin K. Nyarko
Keyword(s):  
West Africa ◽  
River Basin ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Flood Disaster ◽  
Risk Mapping

scholarly journals Geo-Mapping of Areas Vulnerable to Ala-River Basin Flood Disaster Risk in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gani Olalekan Bakare ◽  
Samuel Bamikole Omosulu ◽  
John Taiwo Famutimi
Keyword(s):  
River Basin ◽  
Data Gathering ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Flood Disaster ◽  
Soil Types ◽  
Annual Rainfall ◽  
Agricultural Produce ◽  
The World ◽  
Flooding Disaster ◽  
Rainfall Map

Flood is identified as one of the major disasters in the world; it destroys both human and properties across the world, where lives are lost, properties, public infrastructure, farmlands and agricultural produce with farm crops carted away as a result of flood disaster. Studies revealed that the flood in itself is not the danger, but the level of human vulnerability to flooding disaster risk, which enhances its destructive capabilities. However, based on the challenges poses by flood disaster risk, this research identifies Ala river in Akure as a potential cause of flood, considering its location and other human activities around the river. Therefore, the research used Ala-river a case study to identify and mapped out areas susceptible to flood disaster risk. The research made use of both literature review and conducted goe-data gathering with the application GIS-computer database to retrieve georeferencing relevant data from the fieldwork in the study area of Ala-river basin to mapped out locations vulnerable to achieve the research aim. The research adopted a Geo-mapping of the vulnerable area to Ala-River basin using arc-GIS tool in combination with other software such as IKONAS and OLI (Operation Land Imager) for the production of the study area imagery, ER-ITERIM was used for the collection of rainfall data and FAO was applied for digital soil mapping. These applications produced; the land use/land cover map, digital elevation map, buffer map using 30 meters setback, annual rainfall map, soil types map, vulnerability map and soil textural table for the study area. Analysis of the produced and generated maps shows 316 buildings vulnerability to flood disaster risk; the soil texture and types, and alternative use to which the soil types can be useful. The research recommends that demolition of the identified 316 buildings prone to flood disaster and compliance of building construction to 30 meters setback by developers. Others are the conversion of the future land setback for urban agricultural purposes and preservation of water retention areas for agricultural activities during the dry season among others. The study concludes that relevant government agencies in the State and in particular in Akure South Local Government should ensure prompt compliance and implementation of the recommendations to avoid potential flood disaster risks.

scholarly journals Peningkatan Kapasitas Desa Tangguh Bencana

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 189
Author(s):  
Rina Suryani Oktari
Keyword(s):  
Disaster Management ◽  
Survey Methods ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
Management Plan ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Risk Map ◽  
Youth Group ◽  
Governmental Organizations ◽  
Non Governmental Organizations ◽  
Tsunami Preparedness

ABSTRACT Lam Teungoh village is one of the most affected areas during the tsunami 2004. Twelve years after the tsunami, most of the tsunami preparedness facilities in Lam Teungoh Village, such as evacuation signs and information on tsunami hazards are found in poor conditions. This activity aims to improve the capacity and resilience of apparatus and community of Lam Teungoh Village in the facing disaster. This activity is carried out through participatory survey methods, lectures, discussions, simulation, observation, mentoring, and evaluation. This activity involves several partners including Aceh Besar District Disaster Management Agency, village and community governments, schools, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The outcomes of this activity include: i) Increased community understanding on disaster management, ii) Hazards, vulnerabilities, and capacities of Lam Teungoh Village on facing disaster are identified, iii) Disaster Management Plan Document, Disaster Risk Map, and Disaster Evacuation Map are formulated, iv) Disaster Risk Reduction Forum in Lam Teungoh Village is established, and v) Training needs of women and youth group in improving community economic status are identified. Keywords: Aceh Besar; Lam Teungoh; disaster resilient village; resilience community

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