Distribution and Application of Community-based Disaster Risk Information : Lessons from Shiga Prefecture in Japan

Choi,, C. , & Choi,, J. (2018). Distribution and Application of Community-based Disaster Risk Information : Lessons from Shiga Prefecture in Japan. The Journal of Distribution Science, 16(6), 15-23, https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.15722/jds.16.6.201806.15

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Abstract

Purpose - This paper aims to explore the distribution and application of community-based disaster risk information and employ a case study as a qualitative research method to make some implications and suggestions for disaster management in the future. Research design, data, and methodology - This research has basically adopted an idiographic approaches to examine the basic policy of integrated flood risk management of Shiga prefecture in Japan. The methodology is based on a retrospective analysis, which starts from critical events and traces backwards processes to find out what goes well or wrong. Results - The results of this paper support that the multiple stakeholders in a community have to share and distribute disaster risk information in the proper time. The distribution and application of community-based disaster risk information cannot be overemphasized in that the local communities are culturally rich in traditional flood management knowledge, have voluntary organizations and have enjoyed mutual support and human network to cope with floods. Conclusions - The study results also imply that local residents of the community will be abe to have an important role in coping with natural disasters, which involves more proactive actions than passive actions for the enhancement of disaster management.

keywords: Community-based Disaster Management, Distribution of Risk Information, Shiga Prefecture

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Vol.16 No.6

Distribution and Application of Community-based Disaster Risk Information : Lessons from Shiga Prefecture in Japan

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