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This document contains two tasks related to disaster risk factors and preparedness. Task 1 identifies risk factors that underlie different disaster situations, such as climate change, environmental degradation, poorly planned urban development, poverty, and weak governance. Task 2 provides guidance for a speech on disaster preparedness for youth. The suggested speech introduces the importance of awareness and preparedness, discusses three main types of disaster risk factors and examples of each, emphasizes the importance of youth action, and encourages questions from the audience. The goal is to equip young people with knowledge on risk factors and empower them to get involved in building community resilience.

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This document contains two tasks related to disaster risk factors and preparedness. Task 1 identifies risk factors that underlie different disaster situations, such as climate change, environmental degradation, poorly planned urban development, poverty, and weak governance. Task 2 provides guidance for a speech on disaster preparedness for youth. The suggested speech introduces the importance of awareness and preparedness, discusses three main types of disaster risk factors and examples of each, emphasizes the importance of youth action, and encourages questions from the audience. The goal is to equip young people with knowledge on risk factors and empower them to get involved in building community resilience.

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LESSON 2 “RISK FACTORS UNDERLYING DISASTERS”

TASK 1.
What is the Risk Factor?
Analyze the given situation by identifying the correct risk factor. Write only the letter that
corresponds to your Answer. To facilitate your task, accomplish the given table below:

SITUATION FACTOR UNDERLYING DISASTER

Unwillingness to assume their roles F. Weak Governance


and responsibilities in governing
disaster risk department
Rising sea levels A. Climate Change

Cities located in low-altitude G. Geographical Location


estuaries such as Marikina City,
Philippines are exposed to sea-level
rise and flooding.
Houses are built with lightweight E. Poorly planned and Managed Urban
materials Development

Effects in developing countries B. Globalized Economic Development or D


poverty and inequality
Deforestation that can lead to C. Environmental Degradation
landslide
Global Warming A. Climate Change

Garbage slide killed that over 200 E. Poorly planned and Managed Urban
people in an informal settlement in Development
Manila, the Philippines,
Fragmented responsibilities for F. Weak Governance
drought risk management
TASK 2.

Am I Ready?
Direction: Suppose you are invited by the SK Chairman in your barangay as a resource speaker
to your fellow age Group during an Environmental Awareness Activity and you were asked to
give emphasis on the risk factors Underlying disasters so that young people will be equipped
with knowledge on how to mitigate the effects of a Disaster. Have a concept in mind of how you
are going to deliver the information. Write down what you want to Deliver to the audience. The
given rubrics below will be used for scoring

Title: Disaster preparedness for youth people

Introduction:
First I will introduce myself then highlighting the importance of being aware of environmental
issues and being prepared for disasters.Mention the increasing frequency and severity of
disasters worldwide.Emphasize the vital role young people play in disaster preparedness and
resilience building. Then I will said the probable effect of it in our community and in our
physical and mental health then if I have some experience I will tell it to them how I prepared
myself and what jsthe effect of it to catch their attention
And in the body I will Said the following.
Body:
1. Understanding Disaster Risk:
- Define disaster risk factors simply as things that make disasters more likely or worse.
- Explain disasters as events that occur when hazards (like floods or storms) interact with
vulnerabilities (like poorly built homes) and exposures (like people living in risky areas).what is
the effect on it on the youth and on the economy

2. Types of Disaster Risk Factors:


a. Environmental Factors:
- Climate Change: Discuss how global warming intensifies natural disasters such as
hurricanes and floods.
- Environmental Degradation: Describe how harming the environment through activities like
deforestation can lead to disasters like landslides.

b. Socioeconomic Factors:
- Poorly Planned Urban Development: Explain how building in flood-prone areas or unstable
land increases vulnerability.
- Poverty and Inequality: Highlight how lack of resources and opportunities make it harder
for some communities to cope with disasters.

c. Governance Factors:
- Weak Governance: Talk about the importance of having strong leaders who can organize
effective disaster responses.
- Fragmented Responsibilities: Explain how when different government agencies don’t work
together, it can hinder disaster management efforts.

3. Importance of Taking Action:


- Emphasize the importance of taking steps now to reduce the risk of future disasters.
- Provide examples of actions youth can take, such as participating in clean-up efforts or
advocating for better disaster preparedness in their communities.

Conclusion:
- I will Summarize the main points about disaster risk factors and the role of youth in disaster
preparedness.to make more understandable what I am saying in body of my speech
- Encourage young people to get involved and make a difference in building safer and more
resilient communities. To make them more prepared and help their family or baranggay when the
disaster happens

Closing:
- Thank the audience for their attention.
- Invite questions and discussions to deepen understanding and encourage further engagement.

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