Disaster Awareness and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (Drrm) Capacities of Residents in a Municipality in Bukidnon

This study assessed the levels of Disaster Awareness and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) capacities of residents in Barangay Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon. Guided by Twigg’s Disaster Resilience Framework and Rogers’ Protection Motivation Theory, the study evaluated four dimensions of disaster awareness—types and nature of disasters, exposure and vulnerability, disaster hazards, and emergency support systems—and four dimensions of DRRM capacities—mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Using a descriptive quantitative research design, data were collected from 125 residents through a validated questionnaire. Results revealed high awareness of disaster types (M = 3.556) and hazards (M = 3.504), while awareness of exposure and vulnerability was moderately high (M = 3.324). DRRM capacities were frequently practiced, with recovery rated highest (M = 3.462), followed by preparedness (M = 3.342). Spearman’s rho analysis showed significant positive correlations between disaster awareness and DRRM capacities (p < .001). These findings affirm that higher awareness strengthens DRRM capacities at the community level. Strengthened community-based training, broader information dissemination, and improved household-level preparedness are recommended to enhance resilience.

Disaster Awareness, DRRM Capacities, Community Resilience, Risk Reduction Practices

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