Abstract
Climate change and the rapid increase in global temperature have aggravated disasters such as typhoons and flooding posing a greater threat to low-lying areas such as Calumpit, Bulacan, Philippines. Disability-inclusiveness is frequently overlooked when it comes to Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Planning (DRRMP), leaving persons with disabilities (PWDs) more vulnerable. Mixed method is applied to the study to determine PWDs’ awareness and satisfaction, and additional needs for municipal DRRMP enhancement. The results show that the DRRMP must include disaster risk management activities that are appropriate for their needs, as well as providing accommodation such as well-trained rescuers, inclusive emergency kits, sign language interpretation and Braille material as needed, and accessible information and warning systems.
Presenters
Lermishane Love RamosStudent, Environmental Science, Bulacan State University, Bulacan, Philippines Aldrine Godoy
Student, Environmental Science, Bulacan State University, Bulacan, Philippines Aaron Joseph De Guzman
Student, Environmental Science, Bulacan State University, Bulacan, Philippines
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KEYWORDS
Disability, Disaster, Inclusivity, Management plan, Enhancement
