Disasters

Disasters are sudden, catastrophic events that cause significant disruption, damage, or destruction to communities, environments, and economies. They can result from natural phenomena, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires, or from human activities, including industrial accidents, terrorist attacks, and technological failures. Disasters typically lead to loss of life, injuries, and considerable property damage, causing immediate and long-term challenges for affected populations. The response to disasters often involves emergency management strategies, including preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts to restore normalcy and support affected individuals and communities.