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Book Chapter
Water infrastructure resilient to natural disasters and COVID-19
2020
Overview
Countries in the Mekong region are particularly prone to natural disasters such as floods, storms, drought, earthquakes, landslides and epidemics. Climate change, rapid and unplanned urbanisation, as well as environmental degradation, are among factors that increase countries’ vulnerability to natural hazards. Since these external shocks can threaten livelihoods, destroy infrastructure or other physical capital and lead to significant socio‑economic consequences, improving resilience against natural disasters is essential. The COVID-19 pandemic has also demonstrated the need to build resilience against shocks to curb the infection rate and minimise damage. This chapter discusses the role of resilient water infrastructure, community engagement and the use of digital tools in strengthening preparedness against natural disasters. It also addresses water-related challenges and several preparedness and response initiatives during the pandemic.
Publisher
OECD Publishing
ISBN
9789264819047, 9264819045
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