Locate a peer reviewed article concerning a natural disaster. Identify the steps taken to mitigate the disaster. What are the major findings and recommendations to prevent another disaster or outbreak?
Sample Solution
The article, entitled “Natural Disasters and Social Vulnerability: A Case Study of the 2019 Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas”, examines the social and economic impacts of Hurricane Dorian on communities in the Bahamas. The authors find that while natural disasters can have severe physical and psychological effects on people, they can also have significant socio-economic consequences, such as loss of employment or disruption to essential services. They highlight how factors such as poverty, lack of access to resources, gender norms and cultural values can make certain populations more vulnerable when faced with a natural disaster.