Political Science

Why do people not prepare for disasters? A national survey from China

Z. Han and G. Wu

This research by Ziqiang Han and Guochun Wu delves into why disaster preparedness actions remain largely unadopted in China. Despite various protective measures, research reveals that many citizens are hindered by misinformation and accessibility issues. The study underscores the importance of government trust and socioeconomic factors in enhancing community preparedness efforts.

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Abstract

This paper investigates the reasons for non-adoption of disaster preparedness actions using national survey data from China. Seven preparedness actions were studied, revealing that the primary reasons for inaction are lack of awareness, difficulty accessing resources, and perceiving the actions as unnecessary. Trust in government, relocation due to past disasters, urban residence, and higher socioeconomic status positively correlate with preparedness. The findings highlight the need for community outreach and improved access to preparedness resources.

Publisher

npj Natural Hazards

Published On

Feb 28, 2024

Authors

Ziqiang Han, Guochun Wu

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