Jamaica Case Study

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Over the years the volatile community has been plague with natural disaster, with the intrusion of large surges invading their community and disrupting their social, physical, economical livelihood. Due to the active hurricane season Jamaica has, the constant recovery of Portland Cottage has cause economic strain on a continuous basis. The need to evaluate the settlement pattern and means of relocation is necessary to protect the vulnerable, prevent loss of life and property as well as to provide a sustainable livelihood that not susceptible to phenomena causing multiple effects relating to disaster. ODPEM plays a crucial role in creating a resilient community through the strategies and approaches it employ. 1.3 Introduction to Problem Statement Over the years Jamaica is faced with a number of disasters destroying the social, physical and economic well-being of persons. National Disaster Plan (1997) indicates that it is a constant challenge that constraint the country in achieving sustainable development compounded by social issues such as poverty, the location of hu...

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