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function of preparedness  

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  • Strengthening preparedness for response is one of five priorities outlined by the Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) toward a substantial reduction in disaster losses worldwide. Preparedness, one of the phases of disaster risk management, has been proven to play a significant role in saving lives and livelihoods when fully integrated into a holistic disaster risk reduction strategy. [Source: Encyclopedia of Disaster Relief; Preparedness, Function of]

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