Disaster and its Management

Nalini R. Chondekar

Abstract: Disaster means a mishap, a calamity or seriously dangerous event occurred in an area and affects life and properties. It may be arising from natural or man- made causes, or by accident or due to negligence. This sudden event results in the substantial loss of life or create much suffering to humans and other life. It also includes much damage to, and destruction of, property, or damage to, or degradation of the environment. Different types of disasters happen all over the world at one time or the other. It is necessary to have an understanding of the types of disasters, their causes, characteristics and impacts. The purpose of this article is to know about the following aspects: what is a disaster, Types and Effects of Disasters and disaster management in detail.

Keywords: Disaster risk reduction, Education, disaster management