Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): The QUEST: Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development
Articles

Evaluation of the Disaster Preparedness among Residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City, Philippines

  • Joey Albert Aniag,
  • Jenine Zandra Catolico,
  • Marinela Jacinto,
  • Hazelle Rose Mangahas,
  • Erika Claire Manianglung,
  • Ajie Quizon,
  • Vilma Ramos,
  • Gonzalo Coloma Jr
Joey Albert Aniag
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Region 3, San Fernando Pampanga, Philippines
Jenine Zandra Catolico
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
Marinela Jacinto
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
Hazelle Rose Mangahas
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
Erika Claire Manianglung
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
Ajie Quizon
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
Vilma Ramos
Nueva Ecija University Of Science and Technology
Gonzalo Coloma Jr
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
DOI: https://doi.org/10.60008/thequest.v3i1.179

Published 06/30/2024

Keywords

  • Disaster preparedness; Emergency supplies; Evacuation plan; Communication strategies

How to Cite

Aniag, J. A., Catolico, J. Z., Jacinto, M., Mangahas, H. R., Manianglung, E. C., Quizon, A., Ramos, V., & Coloma Jr, G. (2024). Evaluation of the Disaster Preparedness among Residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City, Philippines. The QUEST: Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.60008/thequest.v3i1.179

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Abstract

Disaster preparedness is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals and communities in times of emergencies. This study aims to evaluate the level of disaster preparedness among the residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City. The evaluation will be conducted through a survey questionnaire distributed among a representative sample of residents in the community. The questionnaire will assess their knowledge and understanding of different types of disasters, their awareness of the existing disaster response plans and protocols, and their level of preparedness in terms of emergency supplies, evacuation plans, and communication strategies. The findings will provide valuable insights into the current level of disaster preparedness among the residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City. It will identify the strengths and weaknesses in their knowledge, awareness, and preparedness, which can be used to develop targeted interventions and initiatives to enhance their readiness in facing future disasters. Furthermore, it will also contribute to the existing literature on disaster preparedness, particularly in the context of urban communities in the Philippines. It will shed light on the specific challenges and issues faced by the residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City, and offer recommendations for improving their di Ultimately, the evaluation of disaster preparedness among residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City is essential in promoting a culture of resilience and ensuring the safety and well-being of the community in the face of potential disaster preparedness efforts. The residents of Barangay Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City have answered the questionnaire provided by the researchers, the questionnaire contains the question regarding the preparedness among the residents. The researcher used the likert scale to interpret the result, the result revealed that the residents of Barangay Valdefuente are well prepared for the possible disaster that may occur in the community. The residents stated that the barangay provides food assistance, information and safety facilities/evacuation center and other necessities needed.

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