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There are many ways that an earthquake can be dealt with. To respond to an earthquake takes mental and physical strength. The key to a successful survival operation is co-operation. Communities must be involved in developing a safer and smarter society. Even the strongest of forces are unable to break the bonds between communities, and during earthquake disasters, differences are put aside and the task at hand is immediately referred to. This is the key to a better society.
The government plays a crucial role in responding to earthquakes. In any fully-developed country, the government plays the most important role in the decision-making that its people make. So, for an earthquake, the government is responsible for sending in aid and help, in every way that they can. When other countries are aware that an earthquake has occurred in another country, they immediately call their citizens to donate to charity. Organizations such as St. Vincent De Paul and Caritas are involved with supplying basic necessities to countries in need, especially under times of earthquakes. Things such as food, water and shelter are brought into the country to cater for those affected by earthquakes. The government acts, on behalf of the people, to support who they represent, the citizens. The government works at a national level.
Community centres and gyms were converted into temporary camps where people could stay for a while, whilst the world around them was slowly being rebuilt. These camps allow people to meet people of the same experiences. It helps people learn more from each other, and strengthens the community spirit. People sleep next to each other in sleeping bags, and receive adequate food and drink to see through the day. Without these centres, life would be much harder. People would be homeless, and in some cases, dead. The world outside may be very cold, killing them. On the right is a picture of a shelter. These centres provide help at a local level.
By requesting help from foreign countries, people can immensely benefit in their road to recovery. International help allows for people to speed up the process of rebuilding. During the devastating earthquake that destructed a third-world country of Haiti, Australia lended our hands to support those in need. The Australian Government provided $26.2 million for immediate relief and reconstruction following the January 2010 earthquake, while the Australian public generously donated $26 million in response to appeals by Australian non-government organisations. Virtually all of the Australian Government’s assistance has either been delivered on the ground or allocated to international agencies to deliver their programs. Through Australia's kind heart, Haiti were capable of heading into a future more positive future. Furthermore, Australia also co-operated with UNICEF, a charitable organization that catered for the millions around the world living in poverty, in their cholera appeal. Haiti, besides being a country exposed to earthquakes, was also home to a cholera outbreak. Australia provided, in total, 1,450,000 AUD to Haiti to help cure those with cholera. Many examples of foreign support are evident in the world today, and through this, help is achieved at an international level.
Learning from past disasters is a key tip in surviving earthquakes. If we were to learn from our past mistakes or wrongdoings, we are undoubtedly capable of being more prepared for earthquakes. An example of this being applied was during the 1995 Kobe Earthquake. The shock of the earthquake caused the pillars that held up the Great Hanshin Express Highway to topple, forcing the highway to crumbled down onto the road below. The reason behind this was because there was not enough support in the interior of the pillars. During the road to recovery, Japanese architects applied extra support, by introducing more wiring to cover the interior of the pillars, giving it more strength. Because they learnt from their architectural mistakes, they helped limit further earthquakes from endangering one of the most important transport links in Japan. Also, getting advice from foreign agencies can be effective. By accepting that you are not perfect and embracing the advice of other countries, many countries are benefiting in their aim for an earthquake-smart society. Below is a picture of first aid workers on site to help those in need.
The government plays a crucial role in responding to earthquakes. In any fully-developed country, the government plays the most important role in the decision-making that its people make. So, for an earthquake, the government is responsible for sending in aid and help, in every way that they can. When other countries are aware that an earthquake has occurred in another country, they immediately call their citizens to donate to charity. Organizations such as St. Vincent De Paul and Caritas are involved with supplying basic necessities to countries in need, especially under times of earthquakes. Things such as food, water and shelter are brought into the country to cater for those affected by earthquakes. The government acts, on behalf of the people, to support who they represent, the citizens. The government works at a national level.
Community centres and gyms were converted into temporary camps where people could stay for a while, whilst the world around them was slowly being rebuilt. These camps allow people to meet people of the same experiences. It helps people learn more from each other, and strengthens the community spirit. People sleep next to each other in sleeping bags, and receive adequate food and drink to see through the day. Without these centres, life would be much harder. People would be homeless, and in some cases, dead. The world outside may be very cold, killing them. On the right is a picture of a shelter. These centres provide help at a local level.
By requesting help from foreign countries, people can immensely benefit in their road to recovery. International help allows for people to speed up the process of rebuilding. During the devastating earthquake that destructed a third-world country of Haiti, Australia lended our hands to support those in need. The Australian Government provided $26.2 million for immediate relief and reconstruction following the January 2010 earthquake, while the Australian public generously donated $26 million in response to appeals by Australian non-government organisations. Virtually all of the Australian Government’s assistance has either been delivered on the ground or allocated to international agencies to deliver their programs. Through Australia's kind heart, Haiti were capable of heading into a future more positive future. Furthermore, Australia also co-operated with UNICEF, a charitable organization that catered for the millions around the world living in poverty, in their cholera appeal. Haiti, besides being a country exposed to earthquakes, was also home to a cholera outbreak. Australia provided, in total, 1,450,000 AUD to Haiti to help cure those with cholera. Many examples of foreign support are evident in the world today, and through this, help is achieved at an international level.
Learning from past disasters is a key tip in surviving earthquakes. If we were to learn from our past mistakes or wrongdoings, we are undoubtedly capable of being more prepared for earthquakes. An example of this being applied was during the 1995 Kobe Earthquake. The shock of the earthquake caused the pillars that held up the Great Hanshin Express Highway to topple, forcing the highway to crumbled down onto the road below. The reason behind this was because there was not enough support in the interior of the pillars. During the road to recovery, Japanese architects applied extra support, by introducing more wiring to cover the interior of the pillars, giving it more strength. Because they learnt from their architectural mistakes, they helped limit further earthquakes from endangering one of the most important transport links in Japan. Also, getting advice from foreign agencies can be effective. By accepting that you are not perfect and embracing the advice of other countries, many countries are benefiting in their aim for an earthquake-smart society. Below is a picture of first aid workers on site to help those in need.