National Multi-Hazard Preparedness and
Response Plan
- GCM Objective 2 - Minimize adverse drivers
The impact of a single or multiple hazards (...) displaces large numbers of people, which could lead to the declaration of a national disaster in the country.
Floods may cause the (...) displacement of local communities.
the Government shall enable the displaced and affected communities to return, relocate or integrate locally under conditions of sustainability, safety and dignity and to ensure that: (1) resettlement areas area assessed as stable and safe by the competent authorities;(2) new constructions are culturally acceptable and meet building safety codes andinternational standards on adequate housing; (3) resettlement areas have safe and ready access to all basic services, as well as toemployment and appropriate livelihood opportunities and markets; (4) special housing, services and support are provided to groups with particular needs; (5) a compensation or restitution package is made available for those whose land might be affected by the resettlement operations; and (6) in order to prevent inter-community tension and to ensure a targeted and equitable response, the needs of non-affected or indirectly affected communities should be assessed.