Abstract: This is a cross-sectional descriptive study where the researchers attempted to establish the respondents’ disaster preparedness. An interview schedule was devised in order to survey the information needed in this research undertaking. Four hundred twelve (412) individuals aged 18 to 65 years participated in this study.
The researchers administered the interview to the randomly selected individuals who conformed to the informed consent required from each barangay. The head of the household was preferred to be the interviewee. Data collected were recorded in a spreadsheet and uploaded in Stata MP version 14. Descriptive statistics were generated and survey data analysis module was used in estimating the proportions required.
The researchers were able to establish that only seventeen per cent (17%) of families in Bustos, Bulacan are not prepared for disasters as perceived by the head of the family. Furthermore, an estimated 70% or 7 for every 10 families in Bustos, Bulacan do not have available “go bag”. Out of the 41 families with at least 1 available “go-bag”, only 37 families updated their “go-bags” on a regular basis. About 99% (95% CI: 96.80% - 99.35%) of the respondents do not have any available fire extinguisher at home. Lastly, only 30% or 3 in very 10 respondents claim that at least one member in their family was able to participate in a fire drill.
Keywords: disaster preparedness, risk reduction, “go-bag” and Bustos, Bulacan.
Title: Disaster Preparedness among the Residents of Bustos, Bulacan, Philippines
Author: Feliciano B. Santos, Jr. ,Joseph V. Bartolome, Gladys S. Cruz, Edwin A. Estrella, Edric A. Estrella
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
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