Development of A Disaster Kit Based on A Cultural Context for Flood Disaster Relief and Preparedness
- Author:
Mohd Said N
- Collective Name: Khin TA, Wan Nurizzati A
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Experience, Flood disaster, Disaster kit, Cultural context.
- From:
The International Medical Journal Malaysia
2019;18(1):89-96
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Introduction: Flood disaster is a natural disaster that has unexpectedly occurred again. Community
cooperation in terms of managing flood and focusing on families’ needs has become more systematic. It is
important for a household to be prepared in any disaster. One of the preparations that should be done is the
stockpiling of emergency supplies or flood supply kits during evacuation. This study aimed to develop a
specific disaster kit for households for evacuation during a flood disaster based on cultural context. Methods:
Data were collected from 75 key informants from every level of households that really have a great
experience during the flood disaster that helping family packing for a living needs before evacuation. The
development of the disaster kit based on cultural needs and all their views, needs, experiences, challenges,
frustration and happiness was obtained from the interview sessions. Results: There are five themes that
emerged from this research related to developing a disaster kit. The themes are community preparedness in
dealing with flood disaster, hygiene issues during the flood, inadequate food supply, how the community
responds to insufficient water supply, and coping method with illness. After being finalized, there are seven
kits: a general supplies kit, documentation kit, emergency food and water supply kit, prayer kit, hygiene kit,
basic first aid kit, and baby kit. Conclusion: The development disaster kit was created to help the
communities to be more aware and prepared before disaster strikes.
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