Volume 10, Issue 28, July - December, 2024

Navigating cyclone risks: Understanding community resilience and vulnerability mitigation in Bangladesh's Kalaroa upazila post-cyclone Aila

Morshed Marjana¹, Alam Md Faisal^1♦, Aziz MM Enamul², Rashid Mahmudur³

¹Lecturer, Department of Sociology, Bangladesh University, Dhaka- 1207, Bangladesh
²Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, Bangladesh University, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh
³Department of Environmental Science, Umeå University, Universitetstorget 4, 901 87 Umeå, Sweden

^♦Corresponding author
Lecturer, Department of Sociology, Bangladesh University, Dhaka- 1207, Bangladesh

ABSTRACT

The paper digs into the heart of Bangladesh's cyclone-prone regions, explicitly focusing on the Kalaroa upazila in the Satkhira district to examine community resilience and vulnerability mitigation strategies in the aftermath of Cyclone Aila. The study thoroughly analyzes perceptions, socio-economic factors, and cultural dynamics shaping disaster impacts and community responses by employing a meticulous methodology integrating qualitative and quantitative approaches. Findings highlight disparities in cyclone perception, religious composition, occupational trends, access to essential resources, and adaptation strategies across different impact zones. The research underscores the complexity of factors influencing cyclone impacts and the importance of tailored interventions to enhance disaster preparedness and promote community resilience. By providing actionable insights, this study aims to guide policymakers, stakeholders, and community leaders in fostering a more resilient future in Bangladesh's cyclone-affected regions.

Keywords: The impacts of Cyclone, Community resilience, Vulnerability mitigation, Disaster preparedness and Bangladesh

Climate Change, 2024, 10(28), e7cc1037

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v10i28.e7cc1037

Published: 21 July 2024