Water-Related Disasters and Disaster Risk Management in the People’s Republic of China
Publication | December 2015
In the People’s Republic of China (PRC), the incidence of natural disasters—particularly water-related disasters—are on the rise, resulting in an increased exposure to and vulnerability of the population to disasters.
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Disaster risk now presents one of the most serious threats to inclusive and sustainable socioeconomic development. Coupled with anticipated increases in the frequency and intensity of weather-related events due to climate change, the PRC's population is at heightened risk. This review focuses on water-related disasters, including identification of underlying causes, current management and policies to reduce risk, and opportunities for strengthening integrated disaster risk management in the PRC.
Contents
- Executive Summary
- Introduction
- Water-Related Disasters in the People’s Republic of China
- Climate Change Observations, Projections, and Impacts on Water-Related Disasters
- Analysis of Risks, Exposure, Vulnerability, Trends, and Implications for Human Health and Food Security
- Management of Water-Related Disaster Risks in the People’s Republic of China
- Gaps and Opportunities in Water-Related Disaster Legislation and Management in the People’s Republic of China
- International Experience and Best Practices
- Conclusion and Final Recommendations
- Appendixes
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