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German Committee for Disaster Reduction e.V. (ger.: Deutsches Komitee Katastrophenvorsorge e.V.)
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GNDR launches Strategic Roadmap for Localising Early Warning Systems
The Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR) yesterday unveiled a new strategic roadmap to strengthen local early warning systems. The aim is to tailor early warning and preparedness measures more closely to the needs of vulnerable...
Focus Group Discussion with Senior Women in Buxtehude: Experiences, Exchange and New Perspectives for Disaster Preparedness
As part of the Erasmus+ project RESILIENT VOICES, the German Committee for Disaster Reduction and the French organization Auxilia are working together to strengthen the inclusion of vulnerable groups in disaster preparedness. The project aims to better understand the...
UNDRR Publication: When digital systems fail
A recent UNDRR report warns of the growing risks posed by an increasingly interconnected digital infrastructure. As key sectors such as healthcare, financial systems and emergency services become ever more interdependent, digital disruptions can now unfold much more...
Printed version of the MyRisk Flyers
The BMFTR-funded MYrisk project, on which the DKKV is collaborating with the University of Cologne, amongst others, has been in its final phase since last year. This week saw the publication of the first printed leaflets and a calendar, which raise awareness of...
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What is disaster risk reduction?
Storms, natural hazards and extreme events can quickly become a danger to people and the environment. But climate change, extreme urbanisation, power outages and fires also offer potential hazards.
A disaster occurs when the functioning of a community or society is impaired or interrupted and, as a result, high human, material, economic and ecological losses occur that cannot be managed alone.
Precautionary measures can help to reduce the consequences and impact of the disaster. Depending on the hazard and personal circumstances, the precautionary measures to be taken may vary.
Find out more about potential hazards and individual precautionary measures on our topic pages.