Assessment of Vulnerability and Community Preparedness Against Flood Disaster During Covid-19 Pandemic Period in Semarang City

Abstract

Semarang is one of the cities with many threats of natural disasters that have an impact on human life, can bring harm and can also be good. One of the natural disasters that often occurs and has a direct impact on human life is flood disaster. The purpose of this study was to determine the extent of flooding from 2020-2021 in Semarang City and changes in the socioeconomic conditions of people affected by floods and people affected by Covid-19. This study used several data collection methods including a survey of topographical conditions and also interviewing respondents related to socio-economic conditions. The research was conducted in the city of Semarang as a potential flood area. The sample was selected using purposive sampling, the criteria for the age of 18-39 years or commonly referred to as the millennial generation. Field observations were carried out with guided questionnaires to collect data on the role of the government, community, private sector and non-governmental organizations in flood management. Data were analyzed based on demographics, areas, and understanding of flood disasters. After that the data is processed and processed into spatial data so that it can be in the form of vulnerability maps and flood disaster preparedness levels in the city of Semarang. Results of the study it can be concluded that the area of flooding in the city of Semarang in 2020-2021 is 24,443 hectares and the category of disaster risk is classified as having a high impact on the socio-economic conditions of the community.

Health Consequences Management in a Multi-Hazard Context: A Systematic Review of the Coincidence of Flood and the COVID-19 Pandemic

“…Further, preparing a disaster risk map of areas at risk is one of the main components of risk assessment during a pandemic. 27 In this multi-hazard, a rapid health assessment, 28 and then establishing or activating the disease care system, [26][27][28] and collecting data from the care system 28 help reduce the resulting health consequences. Thus, it is essential to consider food security indicators, livelihood needs, and how COVID-19 affects them in community assessment, in addition to health assessments.…”

“…Providing quick and timely warnings to the whole society, using clear messages and understandable information, and conveying the message through authorized and famous institutions or media can be mentioned in this regard. 27 In addition, preparing people for floods and promoting health awareness and prevention methods of disease transmission and pandemic growth significantly reduce the health consequences caused by the coexistence of floods and COVID-19. 4 Getting help from local leaders for training, ensuring people have timely access to information, understanding the necessary measures for prevention, 6 and making it possible for people to contact in emergencies are also recommended.…”

“…32 A comprehensive plan to respond to multi-hazard floods and pandemics should consider all aspects of multi-hazard response. A comprehensive response program to multi-hazards includes the following programs and sectors: (1) disaster response during the pandemic, 23,27 (2) epidemic evacuation program and primary health care program in flood, 26 (3) livelihood programs to integrate disaster and COVID-19 resilience, 6 (4) disaster risk assessment program, 27 and (5) operational and response protocols. 25 The development of the multi-hazard flood and epidemic plan should also pay attention to other risk management measures, and the steps needed for additional risk management should be taken into account simultaneously.…”

“…34 Therefore, a proper warning system is necessary to respond to floods or other natural disasters during a pandemic. 27 An early warning system is effective when it can give organizations and communities enough time to prepare for a disaster. 34 Effective management of a multi-hazard requires the timely implementation of emergency measures and several strategic interventions.…”

Efektivitas Pelaksanaan Pendidikan Mitigasi Bencana Tanah Longsor Oleh BPBD Dan MDMC Kabupaten Wonosobo Melalui Ekstrakurikuler Hizbul Wathan Sd Muhammadiyah Tieng Kejajar

“…Menurut (Aji et al, 2021) instansi terkait kebencanaan di daerah, yaitu BPBD, memiliki fungsi pengurangan risiko bencana dengan berkoordinasi dengan berbagai pihak terkait. BPBD bekerjasama dengan berbagai instansi untuk memantau sekaligus menjadi yang terdepan dalam penanggulangan bencana.…”