Purpose Inclusive resilience is both a cause and consequence of sustainable development. Cyclone Preparedness Program (CPP) has been an embodiment of gender-inclusive community-driven disaster management globally. But, the inclusion of other vulnerable groups has not yet been investigated, which leaves the question of inclusive resilience unattended from its organizational perspective. Accordingly, the purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of CPP in promoting inclusive disaster resilience and to find out the key intricacies and barriers the program faces. The authors examined the ground reality from both ends of CPP volunteers and the intersectional groups in the coastal community and coalesced recommendations from both sides to devise a way forward to facilitate inclusive community resilience to disasters. Design/methodology/approach The study used a qualitative methodology and used focus group discussion (FGD) and key informant interview (KII) to collect data from target participants. A total of seven FGDs and four KIIs were conducted. This study took place in a cyclone-prone coastal upazila of Bangladesh where the residents face climate variabilities and disasters more frequently and intensively compared to other regions of the country. Findings The findings highlighted a need for appropriate training and equipment for the community volunteers in respect to their assigned duty within the CPP to reach the best outcome. The coastal community is well familiar with the direct and cascading impacts of climate change and disasters. But, there is a dearth of community consultation in deciding the course of actions adopted by CPP. Consequently, community people still feel disconnected and which in turn impedes the effectiveness of the program’s functions. The inclusion of elderly and persons with disabilities was not possible due to the nature of the duties carried out by CPP volunteers. However, the integration of a gender-balanced volunteer pool was verified through this study. Emphasis should be given to strengthening the capacity and restructuring policy frameworks conducive for CPP to collaboratively and independently implement projects on inclusive disaster risk reduction (DRR) interventions at their respective community level. The volunteers are extremely dedicated to community service, but lack of strong DRR infrastructures hinders their strife for inclusive resilience in the coastal community. Originality/value This study addresses the absence of research works on the role of CPP in building inclusive resilience in coastal Bangladesh. The results highlight the lack of inclusivity in terms of decision-making, infrastructural development and scope for further integration of CPP in DRR activities in the coastal community. This research is based on data and findings obtained through direct data collection by the authors from the study area.
Purpose This study aims to examine the building damage caused by the 2023 Kahramanmaras earthquakes in Türkiye, in terms of building use types. The fundamental question is whether building use type differentiates building damage. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative case study was conducted in the central province of Hatay. The dependent variable is building damage, and the independent variable is building use types. The analysis also includes ground condition within the scope of suitability for settlement. The multinomial logistic regression is adopted to analyze the relation between variables. Findings This study reveals that, in the entire area, social facilities and administrative facilities have a lower probability of earthquake damage compared to residential use. Meanwhile, residential + commercial use shows 2.696 times higher probability of being collapsed or heavily damaged compared to residential use. Research limitations/implications This study focuses on building use type. There are other factors affecting earthquake damage in buildings, such as ground structure and building characteristics. Practical implications The results of this study may be beneficial for planning authorities in the decision-making process to have risk-sensitive land use plans according to building use type. Originality/value This study is based on a large-scale data set comprising 47,518 buildings. Furthermore, the February 6 doublet earthquakes provide a unique empirical context. By combining a large-scale data set with this exceptional earthquake event, this study offers a novel contribution to the literature.
Purpose This study aims to examine the effects of multiple shocks on different types of household income in rural Vietnam, an agriculture-based developing country. Design/methodology/approach Utilizing panel data from Vietnam Access to Resources Household Survey spanning 2008–2018 and covering 15,182 observations, this study uses an ordinary least squares fixed-effects framework to control for observable characteristics while accounting for unobserved time- and province-invariant heterogeneity. Findings The findings indicate that aggregate shocks significantly reduce total household income, primarily through the contraction of non-farm earnings, as agricultural income remains relatively resilient. However, a disaggregated analysis reveals substantial heterogeneity: while natural shocks, notably typhoons, depress both agricultural and non-farm income by disrupting infrastructure, economic shocks like price volatility often trigger adaptive shifts toward non-farm self-employment. The robustness of control variables across models underscores the pivotal role of household characteristics and asset endowments. Specifically, livelihood capital, including physical assets, land, education and social networks, serves as a critical buffer, while credit access and government support further bolster household resilience. Research limitations/implications These findings highlight the need for targeted shock-specific policies to strengthen resilience and promote sustainable rural livelihoods beyond one-size-fits-all approaches. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this research is the first to explore the effect of diverse shocks concurrently affecting total income and its disaggregated components: agricultural, non-farm wage and self-employment earnings in rural Vietnam.
Purpose Higher education institutions (HEIs) function as complex-built environments that support critical societal services, including education, research and health. Disruptions caused by disasters can compromise both physical infrastructure and institutional continuity. This study aims to examine how Turkish HEIs integrate disaster resilience and continuity considerations into their strategic and emergency planning within the national integrated disaster management system. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research design was used, combining document analysis and semi-structured interviews. Strategic plans and disaster and emergency plans of 87 HEIs were systematically reviewed using thematic analysis. In addition, interviews were conducted with representatives of disaster research centers at seven universities. The analysis focused on disaster risk reduction, operational and academic continuity and alignment with national disaster management frameworks. Findings The findings reveal substantial gaps in the integration of disaster resilience and continuity planning within HEIs. Most institutions rely on generic emergency procedures, with limited consideration of institutional-specific risks, operational continuity or recovery of core services. Only one HEI explicitly integrates the national integrated disaster management system into its strategic planning. Disaster response teams, continuity planning and built-environment-related preparedness measures remain underdeveloped across the sector. Practical implications This study highlights the need for institution-specific, risk-informed disaster and continuity frameworks to enhance the resilience of higher education as critical infrastructure. Originality/value This study provides the first comprehensive, system-level analysis of disaster resilience and continuity planning in Turkish HEIs, conceptualizing universities as critical built environments embedded within a national disaster governance framework. The findings contribute to disaster resilience scholarship by linking institutional governance, continuity planning and built environment resilience within a previously unexamined national context.
Purpose This study aims to develop a resilience index for midsized cities experiencing adverse flooding events. City floodings become more frequent and intensified due to the changing climate causing extreme events, such as storm surges, hurricanes and riverine flooding. The index is easy to use by nonengineers such as managers, agencies and city officials. A case study shows the evaluation process and the use of the city resilience index. Design/methodology/approach This study uses a resilience model from literature to evaluate the individual resilience of affected infrastructure components against flooding. Based on the interconnection of these infrastructure components, this study combines them, as independent or interdependent components, to create a city resilience index ranging between zero and one. Furthermore, the developed city resilience index takes into consideration the socioeconomic characteristics of the population and it can be extended to other midsized cities with similar characteristics globally. Findings The case of the 1994 flood in Middle Georgia and its impact on the Macon metropolitan area benchmarks the city resilience index. Damage and recovery data of the infrastructure, roads, pipelines, dams, culverts, buildings and levees were collected using literature review and studying engineering reports that were created during and after the event. In addition, interviews with city engineers, having witnessed and analyzed the damage at that time, helped verify and solidify the collected data. A resilience index was evaluated for the city and the given flooding event. The index can suggest the reinforcement of existing infrastructure and can be used to determine the impact of these improvements on future flooding events. Originality/value Although literature provides a series of metrics for resilience, the proposed metric is easy to develop and calculate by nonengineers such as managers, agencies and city officials. It can extend to different midsized cities globally and other than flooding adverse events. The case study data can be used by other researchers to check and compare literature metrics.
Purpose This study aims to examine the socio-economic impacts of the 2023 Derna floods in Libya and evaluates the cost-benefit implications of the subsequent reconstruction decisions, with the aim of identifying systemic failures that perpetuate disaster-reconstruction-vulnerability cycles in climatically vulnerable regions. Design/methodology/approach Using a qualitative, descriptive methodology, the research analyzes secondary data drawn from international organizations – including the World Bank and the World Health Organization – to assess the multidimensional consequences of this catastrophic event across urban planning, hydrology and disaster risk management dimensions. Findings Storm Daniel exposed critical vulnerabilities in Mediterranean arid and semi-arid regions, where traditional flood paradigms have evolved into cascading phenomena intensified by antecedent heatwaves. Derna’s catastrophic flooding resulted from fundamental urban planning failures, specifically the city’s positioning within floodplains without adequate risk mitigation infrastructure. Despite the substantial financial and social costs incurred, the 2024 reconstruction reproduced the same vulnerable spatial configuration without implementing comprehensive flood management systems or alternative planning frameworks, thereby perpetuating identical hazardous conditions and rendering early warning systems insufficient as standalone solutions. The study further identifies significant knowledge gaps in the hydrology, hydrometeorology and hydroclimatology of flooding in arid regions, compounded by limited observational data and inadequate hydrological modeling capabilities. Practical implications This study offers critical practical implications for disaster management and urban planning in vulnerable regions. It highlights the urgent need to move beyond reactive reconstruction toward proactive, comprehensive spatial planning that incorporates region-specific flood risk assessments. Practical steps include strategic relocation of communities from floodplains, implementing robust flood management systems and developing alternative planning frameworks. It emphasizes integrating lessons from catastrophic events into future reconstruction to break the “disaster-reconstruction-vulnerability” cycle, ensuring sustainable resilience in climatically susceptible areas. Social implications The perpetuation of vulnerable spatial configurations in Derna has severe social implications. It places communities at constant risk of displacement, injury and loss of life, causing widespread trauma and psychological distress. The repeated cycle of disaster and inadequate reconstruction erodes public trust in authorities and hinders long-term community recovery. Furthermore, it disproportionately affects the most vulnerable populations, exacerbating existing inequalities in access to housing, healthcare, education and livelihoods, creating a precarious and unstable social environment. Originality/value This study contributes original insights by demonstrating the economic inefficiency of reactive disaster management approaches and underscoring that sustainable resilience requires comprehensive spatial planning, strategic relocation of vulnerable communities and region-specific risk assessment frameworks. The Derna case serves as a critical reference for integrating lessons learned from catastrophic events into reconstruction planning, offering a replicable analytical framework for similarly exposed arid-region urban context (graphical abstract).
Purpose Emergency response systems often face inadequate infrastructure, poor coordination and limited preparedness, hindering crisis management during disasters. Addressing these challenges is essential for enhancing resilience and response capabilities. This study aims to develop an integrated emergency response framework for facilities.Design/methodology/approach This study employed a quantitative research approach to gather data on emergency response infrastructure in Ghana. A structured questionnaire survey led to 159 responses from facility managers, engineers, architects, building inspectors, quantity surveyors and National Disaster Management Organisation officials. The sample was selected from 43 districts, municipalities and metropolitan areas using purposive and convenience sampling. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including means, standard deviations, normalisation values and partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM).Findings The study identified two main factors affecting emergency response: technical (risk monitoring, forecasting, risk knowledge) and non-technical (preparedness, recovery capabilities, warning dissemination, response capacity). PLS-SEM demonstrated that risk knowledge, forecasting, preparedness and recovery capabilities significantly enhance emergency outcomes, such as saving lives and protecting property, emphasising the practical value of the framework.Practical implications The frameworks offer guidance to policymakers, emergency managers and infrastructure planners in designing emergency response strategies, improving stakeholder coordination, optimising resource allocation and enhancing communication networks.Originality/value This study contributes to the body of knowledge by using PLS-SEM to develop an emergency response framework for facilities. It combines crisis and facility management concepts to improve emergency response in facilities.
Purpose This study aims to critically examine the 2013 Kedarnath tragedy by exploring the interplay between natural disasters and human-induced vulnerabilities in the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. It investigates how extreme climatic events, such as cloudbursts and glacial lake outbursts, were exacerbated by unregulated tourism, rampant construction, deforestation and policy negligence. The paper seeks to highlight the urgent need for sustainable development, disaster preparedness and environmental governance in ecologically sensitive regions to prevent similar catastrophes. Through this case study, it also offers insights into disaster risk reduction strategies and policy reforms necessary for mountain resilience in India.Design/methodology/approach This study adopts a qualitative research methodology based on secondary data analysis. It examines government reports, academic research papers, media coverage, expert interviews, and environmental assessments related to the 2013 Kedarnath disaster. The approach involves thematic content analysis to identify key human and environmental factors contributing to the tragedy. A case study method is used to explore the disaster's causes, impacts and policy implications in depth. By critically analysing both natural and anthropogenic dimensions, the study aims to draw lessons for improving disaster management, ecological planning and sustainable development in vulnerable mountain regions.Findings The study finds that the Kedarnath disaster was not solely a natural calamity but a compounded crisis driven by climate change, unregulated tourism, deforestation and weak governance. Poor early warning systems and inadequate disaster preparedness intensified the impact. Comparative analysis with similar Himalayan disasters highlights systemic failures in risk-sensitive planning. These findings emphasise the urgent need for sustainable, ecologically informed development strategies. Internationally, the lessons are relevant for other mountainous regions facing climate-induced hazards. Integrating community-based disaster management, enforcing environmental regulations and investing in early warning infrastructure are essential to mitigate future disasters in vulnerable high-altitude environments globally.Originality/value This study offers a nuanced, interdisciplinary perspective on the Kedarnath tragedy by bridging environmental science, disaster management and policy analysis. Unlike conventional narratives that attribute the disaster solely to natural causes, this research emphasises the critical role of human-induced vulnerabilities and systemic governance failures. It contributes original insights into the socio-ecological dynamics of Himalayan disasters and presents policy-relevant recommendations for sustainable development and risk reduction. The paper adds value by serving as a reference for policymakers, urban planners, environmentalists and disaster management professionals working to enhance resilience in ecologically sensitive mountain regions.
Purpose Risk communication is often framed as conveying science-based information to the public to help them manage risk. This paper aims to nuance the process of risk communication, acknowledging the power of bottom-up practices while recognizing the value of topdown processes, and providing recommendations that can be contextualized and customized to meet the needs of diverse publics. Design/methodology/approach In this viewpoint paper, the authors synthesize localized firsthand research and secondary literature review from multiple areas in the Philippines showcasing the variety of understandings and responses to risk associated with extreme rainfall and flooding. The authors draw insights on perceptions of scientific information on the ground and implications for building effective local risk communication systems. Findings While risk communication for extreme rainfall and flooding has traditionally centered scientific information in messaging, recent research shows that the public's understanding of risk does not always arise from knowing the science behind hazards. Varying communities have their own strategies of dealing with coming storms, methods of consuming media, and constructs of risk. These necessitate new approaches to risk communication that involve local governments cooperating with their constituents on plans that are rooted in the community's local culture, as much as they are informed by scientific findings. Originality/value This viewpoint offers ways forward to bridge potential disconnects between local governments and their constituents and build risk communication systems that are more participatory, inclusive and empirically driven.
Purpose In disaster-prone contexts, the built environment disciplines play a critical role in advancing resilience. Landscape architecture, as an interface between ecological systems and spatial planning, holds particular potential in integrating disaster-sensitive design approaches. This study aims to examine how disaster management is embedded within undergraduate landscape architecture curricula across T & uuml;rkiye.Design/methodology/approach Based on 2025 YOK data, 43 undergraduate programmes were analyzed using thematic content analysis. The study evaluated course titles, descriptions and credit distributions, considering institutional structure and geographical location to identify patterns in the curricular positioning of disaster-related knowledge within landscape architecture education.Findings The findings reveal that disaster-related topics are predominantly addressed through theoretical courses focusing on climate change, ecological conservation and environmental restoration. While disaster awareness is present, its explicit integration into spatial design studios remains limited and largely confined to elective modules. This indicates a structural gap between disaster literacy and its translation into resilience-oriented design production within the built environment. To address this gap, the study outlines a three-tiered pedagogical framework - cognitive, integrative and transformative - as a conceptual approach that may contribute to strengthening the institutionalization of the disasterspace nexus in landscape architecture education.Originality/value This study provides, to the best of the author's knowledge, the first systematic national-level evaluation of disaster-oriented curriculum structures in landscape architecture in T & uuml;rkiye and contributes a pedagogical model to enhance resilience integration within built environment education.
Purpose The concept of resilience has attracted increasing attention and concern among the public regarding threats such as climate change, disease outbreaks, natural hazards, terrorism and other risks. This study aims to evaluate and prioritize urban resilience (UR) components using a multi-indicator decision-making method as a new approach. Design/methodology/approach In this study, the best–worst method (BWM), one of the newest weighting methods based on pairwise comparisons, was used to weight resilience assessment components. The BWM method is a powerful tool for multi-criteria decision-making and determination of criterion weight coefficients through fewer pairwise comparisons and higher reliability. Findings Based on the BWM results, institutional resilience factors had the highest level of importance, with a final weight of 0.4085 compared to other indicators. This indicator includes features related to risk reduction planning and experience with previous accidents. The second, third and last levels were related to the economic resilience index (0.2298), social resilience factors (0.2144) and physical resilience factors (0.1473), respectively. Originality/value The results of this study confirm that identifying and prioritizing the dimensions and indicators for UR assessment plays an important role in increasing resilience and informing policy development. Overall, this study shows that the use of comprehensive and prioritized indicators can lead to greater resilience of cities and the development of more effective strategies.
PurposeThis study aims to extend conventional analysis by developing and applying a novel, integrated fire risk-to-resilience framework (FRRF). The FRRF transforms fragmented risk information into actionable steps that enhance overall safety and resilience for cultural heritage locations, using real-time data to inform effective responses.Design/methodology/approachA mixed-methods approach was used, comprising: (1) a quantitative fire risk assessment of 12 passages using the computerized fire safety evaluation system (CFSES) software based on National Fire Protection Association 101; and (2) a qualitative analysis of governance and stakeholder perceptions through semi-structured interviews with shop owners, municipal officials and cultural heritage managers.FindingsThe quantitative assessment using CFSES revealed an "unacceptable" fire risk level in all Passages, primarily due to inadequate exit routes. Crucially, qualitative interviews uncovered that these technical failures are symptoms of underlying managerial deficiencies, including inter-agency miscommunication, insufficient funding and absent emergency plans.Originality/valueThis research develops a novel FRRF that moves beyond conventional technical assessments. Its originality lies in diagnostically linking identified fire risks, like unsafe exits, to underlying governance and managerial root causes. By integrating quantitative safety diagnostics with qualitative stakeholder analysis, the FRRF provides a holistic, actionable model. This offers significant value for practitioners, translating risk data into a prioritized action plan for enhancing resilience in historic urban fabrics, bridging a critical gap between technical analysis and meaningful, on-the-ground intervention.
PurposeThis study examines household-level tsunami preparedness in three coastal villages in Sirimau District, namely, Galala, Hative Kecil and Pandan Kasturi along Ambon Bay, Indonesia, an area highly exposed to seismic and tsunami hazards. The study aims to assess preparedness conditions and identify gaps in the capacity of households to mobilize resources during tsunami emergencies. Design/methodology/approachThe study employs household survey data collected from 100 respondents. A composite preparedness index adapted from the LIPI, UNESCO and ISDR framework was used to evaluate preparedness across four dimensions consisting of disaster knowledge, emergency response planning, early warning systems and resource mobilization. Pearson correlation analysis was conducted to examine the relationship between resource mobilization and other preparedness dimensions. FindingsThe results show that communities demonstrate relatively strong levels of disaster knowledge, emergency planning and early warning awareness, all of which fall within the ready category. However, resource mobilization remains at the almost ready level, reflecting limitations in financial preparedness, uneven participation in evacuation drills, and restricted access to transportation during emergencies. These findings reveal a mobilization gap in which households possess basic preparedness knowledge but face constraints in translating that knowledge into effective response capacity. Originality/valueBy highlighting the role of resource mobilization as a critical component of tsunami preparedness, this study contributes new empirical insights into disaster resilience in archipelagic coastal settings and provides practical implications for strengthening preparedness strategies in tsunami exposed communities.
PurposeThis paper investigates Khartoum’s post-war recovery, focusing on infrastructure damage, urban challenges and waste management. This study aims to inform reconstruction efforts, fostering resilient urban recovery and symbolizing sustainable restoration (PWAKIR) [1]. Design/methodology/approachStaged reinforced concrete building assessments and multi-level bridge inspections are proposed. An emergency transportation plan and phased urban recovery strategy are outlined. A 5Rs demolition waste model (Replace, Reduce, Recover, Rectify and Return) addresses material use. FindingsKhartoum sustained extensive infrastructure damage to buildings and critical bridges disrupting transportation. Urban areas are devastated services collapsed informal graveyards emerged intentional urbicide observed. Massive waste complicates reconstruction. Practical implicationsThe findings of this study support safety decisions, rehabilitation and long-term recovery for buildings/bridges. The transportation plan offers strategies for restoring connectivity. Urban recovery addresses utility repairs and graveyard relocation. Waste model aids material recovery. Social implicationsConflict displaced 31% of urban households, impacting services and social cohesion. Solutions aim to restore connectivity, mitigate health risks from informal graveyards and rebuild public trust via community engagement. Originality/valueSystematic damage assessment for structures and bridges an emergency transportation plan and an urban recovery roadmap are presented. This study proposes an appropriate 5Rs demolition waste management model for sustainable material use.
PurposeThis study aims to develop a comprehensive and contextualised indicators for measuring community disaster resilience (CDR) in Sri Lanka. Despite the growing attention towards resilience assessment, developing countries continue to lack empirically grounded and context specific measurement tools. The study addresses this gap by identifying and validating indicators that capture multidimensional aspect of CDR. Design/methodology/approachThe study was conducted under two phases. In Phase 1, a systematic literature review (SLR) covering indexed journals and conference proceedings was conducted to identify the proxy indicators for measuring CDR. In Phase 2, a focus group discussion with experts in the field of disaster management selected using purposive sampling method was conducted to refine the set of indicators to the context of Sri Lanka. The experts assessed clarity, relevance, applicability of the indicators and established appropriate proxy measures and relationships with resilience dimensions. FindingsThis study introduces a comprehensive and contextually grounded library of indicators to measure CDR in Sri Lanka. Accordingly, 55 indicators were organised under economic, social, institutional, physical, environmental and human health dimensions capturing both community capacities and vulnerabilities relevant to Sri Lanka. Further, a suitable proxy measure for each indicator was defined along with its relationship to CDR. Originality/valueThe study provides one of the most comprehensive set of indicators for developing countries, combining global evidence with local expert knowledge. This serves as a foundation for developing composite indices, benchmarking community performance and guiding policy formulation in Sri Lanka and other hazard-prone developing contexts.
PurposeThe purpose of this community-based disaster risk management (CBDRM) framework is to enhance community resilience in Johor by empowering residents as self-reliant first responders. It aims to provide locals with the necessary knowledge and resources for self-sufficiency during initial disaster phases, while establishing robust communication and coordination protocols with multiple agencies. By synchronizing local action with formal emergency services, the framework intends to create a seamless, multilevel response system that minimizes vulnerability during the critical onset of a crisis. Design/methodology/approachThis study employed a Participatory Action Research design within a CBDRM framework in four local communities in Johor Bahru, Malaysia from 2019 to 2023. By synthesizing administrative records with qualitative experiential insights, the methodology facilitated “bottom-up” knowledge production through participant observation and group discussions. The process followed four iterative cycles – preparation, risk assessment, planning and validation. Finally, a SWOT analysis evaluated implementation, addressing systemic barriers to ensure the framework’s replicability and transferability for future initiatives. FindingsFindings indicate that Johor’s CBDRM framework successfully institutionalized community participation within public health preparedness. Collaborative risk mapping and simulation drills improved operational readiness and cross-sector trust. A SWOT analysis revealed that while bottom-up design fostered significant self-reliance, funding constraints and infrastructure gaps remain critical barriers. Overall, the study demonstrates that aligning local knowledge with formal agency protocols creates a scalable, resilient model capable of bridging the coordination gap during the initial phases of a disaster. Originality/valueThis study offers a novel contribution by institutionalizing a CBDRM framework specifically within a public health system to manage complex chemical and technological hazards. Unlike traditional models focused solely on natural disasters, this research demonstrates the feasibility of codesigning localized response protocols for industrial risks. By integrating a structured SWOT analysis with participatory digital mapping, the study provides a unique, scalable methodology for bridging the coordination gap between grassroots residents and formal emergency agencies, establishing a replicable blueprint for multi-hazard resilience in rapidly industrializing regions.
PurposeThis study aims to address the challenges in evaluating and enhancing health-care infrastructure resilience during the design and preconstruction phases. By presenting a novel approach based on Monte Carlo simulation to facilitate this process.Design/methodology/approachThe study uses a Monte Carlo simulation-based simulation aims to enhance the resilience of infrastructural systems against natural disasters in the context of locating new hospital infrastructural. This approach analyzes the vulnerability of the transportation network based on the OpenStreetMap network graph and uses Monte Carlo simulation to assess damage to the network and its impact on the hospital infrastructure network. It evaluates resilience based on the proposed location optimization framework.FindingsThe results demonstrate the model's capability to effectively assess the impact of natural disasters on infrastructure networks across various scenarios. This approach enables designers to make more informed decisions about resilience characteristics during the crucial design and preconstruction phases. The research underscores the importance of incorporating resilience evaluation early in the project lifecycle and illustrates how the proposed model can facilitate this process, potentially leading to more resilient infrastructure designs.Originality/valueIt focuses on the application of Monte Carlo simulation to evaluate resilience during the feasibility study phase, a stage often overlooked in resilience planning. The findings underscore the potential of guiding designers toward improving project resilience, supporting them in selecting options favorable to network resilience.
PurposeThis paper aims to explore the various collective mitigation strategies used by coastal communities affected by disasters related to sea level rise (SLR). Climate change has increased SLR each year, resulting in disasters associated with SLR in several coastal areas. By exploring ways of managing space as a form of collective adaptation, it may be possible to identify strategies for disaster mitigation in coastal areas.Design/methodology/approachIn this study, a qualitative method was used to conduct the research in Tambaklorok, Semarang and Morosari, Demak. The case study was chosen because of the unique way in which this community adapts to the disaster of SLR, as well as how this community negotiates with water daily. Direct observation, interviews regarding local practices and recording of location conditions were used to collect data. Data analysis is conducted through the use of diagrams to interpret spatiality strategies.FindingsThis study concluded that there is a collective community strategy in coastal areas, consisting of three components: (1) regulating affordability, (2) occupying in-between spaces and (3) repurposing submerged land. This paper shows that local context-based disaster mitigation strategies enable the emergence of regional spatial forms with specific characteristics.Originality/valueThe findings of this study provide the basis for the creation of a disaster mitigation model based on SLR that takes into account local conditions and practices as opposed to generalizing them across different regions.
