Disaster Management

Western Cape Disaster Management aims to:

• Prevent or reduce the risk of disasters.
• Mitigate the severity or consequences of disasters.
• Ensure emergency-preparedness.
• Ensure rapid and effective response to disasters.
• Offer post-disaster recovery and rehabilitation.

  
The legislation and publications listed below outline the functions and responsibilities of Western Cape Disaster Management:

• Disaster Management Act 57 of 2002
• National Disaster Management Framework of 2005
• Western Cape Disaster Management Framework
• RADAR Western Cape 2010: Risk and Development Annual Review
• Weathering the Storm: Disaster Mitigation for Sustainable Livelihoods Programme
• Drought post-event analysis report (Stellenbosch University)
   

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