1. This document provides background information on Ward 14 of Kathmandu Metropolitan City and assesses its risks, vulnerabilities, and capacities in disaster management.
2. Ward 14 faces risks from floods, landslides, fires and earthquakes due to its old housing structures, dense settlements, and inadequate infrastructure. The area is vulnerable as emergency services cannot easily access all neighborhoods.
3. While some first responders and trained personnel exist in the communities, overall capacity is limited. The report recommends providing more training, awareness programs, and improving infrastructure like electricity lines and shelter to reduce vulnerabilities.
1. This document provides background information on Ward 14 of Kathmandu Metropolitan City and assesses its risks, vulnerabilities, and capacities in disaster management.
2. Ward 14 faces risks from floods, landslides, fires and earthquakes due to its old housing structures, dense settlements, and inadequate infrastructure. The area is vulnerable as emergency services cannot easily access all neighborhoods.
3. While some first responders and trained personnel exist in the communities, overall capacity is limited. The report recommends providing more training, awareness programs, and improving infrastructure like electricity lines and shelter to reduce vulnerabilities.
1. This document provides background information on Ward 14 of Kathmandu Metropolitan City and assesses its risks, vulnerabilities, and capacities in disaster management.
2. Ward 14 faces risks from floods, landslides, fires and earthquakes due to its old housing structures, dense settlements, and inadequate infrastructure. The area is vulnerable as emergency services cannot easily access all neighborhoods.
3. While some first responders and trained personnel exist in the communities, overall capacity is limited. The report recommends providing more training, awareness programs, and improving infrastructure like electricity lines and shelter to reduce vulnerabilities.