Home⇛PAPSCU Excellent Academic Research Link (PEARL) Bulletin ⇛vol. 4 no. 1 (2024)

Disaster Risk Reduction Management Behaviors of Mothers from Disaster-Prone Adopted Communities of a Local College in Laguna

Gerby Muya | Renante Artificio | Laarni Pesigan | Sheena May Manggao | Ivan Jorelle Opena | Rolando Almeda Jr | Nina Torreta | Arman Navarro | Sherlene Hibek | Tessie Opulencia | Roden Reuteraz

Discipline: information services

 

Abstract:

This research aimed to determine mothers' disaster risk reduction management behaviors in the adopted communities of City College of Calamba, a local college in Laguna Province, Philippines, in responding to a natural disaster. Utilizing a descriptive cross-sectional research design, the study surveyed 202 respondents from selected communities to determine their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding DRRM. Results revealed that the respondents needed more understanding of disasters, emphasizing improved education and preparedness initiatives. However, they demonstrate a favorable attitude towards risk and reduction management. The study highlighted the significant impact of disasters on households and emphasized the urgency for robust risk mitigation strategies. The findings underlined the importance of disseminating knowledge about disaster preparedness, especially concerning floods.



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