Disaster Preparedness and Response in Conflict-Induced Migration Settings: A Guide for Humanitarians ## Introduction

by Marcia Hebert

Disasters are a major threat to displaced people. They can cause widespread loss of life, damage to property, and disruption to livelihoods. In conflict-induced migration settings, disasters can compound the challenges that displaced people already face, making it difficult for them to rebuild their lives. This chapter discusses the importance of disaster preparedness in conflict-induced migration settings. It provides an overview of the different types of disasters that displaced people may face, and it discusses the steps that can be taken to prepare for these disasters. ### Types of Disasters The types of disasters that displaced people may face vary depending on the context. In some cases, displaced people may be at risk of natural disasters, such as floods, earthquakes, or cyclones. In other cases, they may be at risk of man-made disasters, such as war, terrorism, or industrial accidents. Displaced people may also be at risk of a combination of natural and man-made disasters. For example, a flood may be caused by a natural disaster, but it may be exacerbated by the presence of displaced people in an area that is not prepared for large-scale influxes of people.

196 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 28, 2024