Disaster Risk Reduction Management in Sto. Tomas North District: Basis for DRRM Booklet

Authors

  • Mark Anthony M. Huelgas
  • Wennie C. Gonzales
  • Edel John P. Cadavida

Keywords:

disaster preparedness, DRRM, KPK, disasters

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study aimed to determine the preparedness of Sto. Tomas North District in terms of Disater Risk Reduction Management. One of the primary concerns of every parent is the safeguard of their children's stay in the school. Typhoon, earthquake, fire are the natural disasters that commonly occur that no one can perceive. The researchers would like to assess the preparedness of their district and create a material that will help.

 

METHODS

Participants of this study were selected teachers of Sto. Tomas North District. The researchers employed descriptive research design, they distributed survey questionnaires to the participant.

 

RESULTS

It was found out that schools in Sto. Tomas North District are generally ready to respond on three disasters featured in this study.

 

DISCUSSIONS

The research focused on the teachers on Sto. Tomas North District. It was highly recommended that sustainability of the DRRM activities and encouraged the stakeholders to participate in all activities.

Published

2019-01-18