Browsing by Subject "Disaster management"
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Reduction of fire hazard risk in RMG factories in Bangladesh through design and planning approaches
(BRAC University, 2015-09-07)To reduce the fire hazard in RMG we should look into the issue in a holistic approach both from planning and design point of view. Because a well designed factory will not be able to ensure the ultimate fire safety in RMG ... -
Riverine passenger vessel disaster in Bangladesh : options for mitigation and safety
(BRAC University, 2009-09)Bangladesh is a riverine country and waterways are very important means of communication in this region. Since long, traditionally river network has been regarded as safe and cost-effective route especially in the southern ... -
Role of ICT in natural disaster management of Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2015)Bangladesh being world's eighth-most populous country is highly vulnerable to recurrent natural hazards due to its location and topography. It regularly experiences floods, droughts, tornadoes and cyclones. Being located ... -
Role of the corporate sector in earthquake disaster: a case study of Dhaka city
(Department of Architecture, BRAC University, 2006-09)Natural hazards are inevitable phenomenon all around the world and when the hazards go beyond human capabilities to cope with, and then it turns into disaster. In the past the number of disasters and their impact on human ... -
The roles of real estate developer companies in disaster management in Dhaka city
(BRAC University, 2017-07)Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, is one of the populous megacities in the world. As the growth of urban population is taking at an exceptionally rapid rate, the landscape of the city is forced for rapid urbanization ... -
Standard operating procedures: for BRAC's emergency response in Bangladesh
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State of disaster risk management in Dhaka city
(BRAC University, 2006-09)This study is aimed at giving an idea about where we are standing regarding disaster risks in Dhaka. It started with the disaster management context at the national level and detailed out the development and urban management ... -
The state of GIS application in flood management of Bangladesh
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Structural strengthening of settlements in the coastal areas of Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2008-09)The coastal areas of Bangladesh are prone to cyclone disasters for the geographical,economic and environmental background. It is recognized that Bangladesh will be adversely affected by climate change effects with more ... -
A study on coastal water pollution of Bangladesh in the Bay of Bengal
(BRAC University, 2006-09)The natural disasters have been regularly taking toll on the people and the resources of Bangladesh. Natural disaster causes inexpressible damage to lives, properties, livestock, life support systems and infrastructures. ... -
A study on earthquake preparedness in schools in Dhaka North city corporation
(BRAC University, 2016)Bangladesh is one of the most populous and disaster prone countries in the world. Bangladesh is exposed to floods and cyclones, and the risk of other disasters such as drought, earthquakes, and tornados is increasing. ... -
Suitability of pond sand dilters as safe drinking water solution in storm surge prone areas of Bangladesh: a case study of Post-Aila situation in Shyamnagar, Satkhira district, Khulna
(BRAC University, 2011)This study focuses on the suitability of Pond Sand Filter (PSF) as safe drinking water option in storm surge prone areas in the south-western coastal areas of Bangladesh both at normal times as well as during disasters. ... -
Thunderstorm and disaster management in Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2016)This study will help to inform the existing parameter on Thunderstorm. The available parameter will introduce with limitation & needed future study. This way we will know the recent scenario of thunderstorm, specially the ... -
Unplanned urbanization of Dhaka city: increase of rainfall induced flood vulnerability
(BRAC University, 2006-09)Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh is one of the most populous megacities in the world. As the growth of urban population tacking place at an exceptionally rapid rate, the city is unable to cope with changing situations ... -
Upgrading homesteads to flood shelters in char Kochkhali, Gaibandha
(BRAC University, 2010-09)Bangladesh is known as a riverine country, and has a dense concentration of water bodies. Every year flood inundates most of the part of the country. In this country, there are many rivers, with three major rivers, along ... -
Use of indigenous knowledge in strategies for disaster risk reduction for flood disaster: the study of Tharu community of Bardiya district of Nepal
(BRAC University, 2011)The main aim of this study was to explore the use of indigenous knowledge and practices in Tharu Community to reduce the impact of flood disasters. Disasters are more frequent and prominent at the present. Nepal is not ... -
Volunteerism in disaster management: case of Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2018)Volunteering is generally considered as an altruistic activity and is intended to promote good or improve human quality of life. In return, this activity produces a feeling of self-worth and respect; however, there is no ... -
Women's livelihood resilience and adaptation options for climate change
(BRAC University, 2008-09)Climate disaster. like flood puts a lot of pressure on women whose responsibility is still that of keeping families together and feeding them. tip until now. a gender perspective has been mainly lacking from the international ...