Community Preparedness and Disaster Management of Purok 33-A Agro Compound, Ecoland, Davao City, Philippines

Effective community preparedness and disaster management are critical for reducing risks and guaranteeing the safety and well-being of locals in the face of an increase in natural disasters and emergencies. This research paper explores the dynamics of community preparedness and disaster management within Purok 33-a Agro Compound, Ecoland, Davao City, Philippines. The study aims to investigate the existing challenges, strengths, and strategies employed by the community in dealing with disasters. Through a descriptive quantitative research design, a method involving logical data collection based on numbers and values. This approach allowed them to investigate research objectives and gain a fresh perspective on the collected data. The study assessed the level of Community Preparedness in terms of Healthcare Preparedness, Emergency Readiness, and Health Provider Preparedness, as well as Disaster Management regarding Accessibility in Disaster Preparedness, Community Disaster Preparedness, and Family Emergency Preparedness. Findings revealed a moderately implemented level of Community Preparedness with a weighted mean of 3.07 and a similarly moderately implemented Disaster Management level with a weighted mean of 3.26. The research highlights the importance of community involvement, accessibility to disaster preparedness resources, and family emergency planning in enhancing overall disaster resilience.