Household earthquake preparedness in Serbia: A study of selected municipalities

Vladimir M. Cvetković; Kevin Ronan; Rajib Shaw; Marina Filipović; Rita Mano; Jasmina Gačić; Vladimir Jakovljević

doi:10.3986/AGS.5445

Authors

Vladimir M. Cvetković Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia
Kevin Ronan
Rajib Shaw
Marina Filipović Graduate School of Media and Governance in Keio University’s Shonan Fujisawa Campus (SFC)
Rita Mano
Jasmina Gačić Clinical Psychology School of Human, Health and Social Sciences, CQ University, Rockhampton
Vladimir Jakovljević Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3986/AGS.5445

Keywords:

geography, natural hazards, earthquake, preparedness, household, survey, Serbia

Abstract

This article presents the results of a qualitative study of household earthquake and community-level preparedness in Serbia and its relationship to various demographic factors. A series of 1,018 face-to-face interviews were conducted at the beginning of 2017 in eight Serbian municipalities. The results show that the population is generally unprepared, with low percentages of reported enhanced preparedness levels. In addition to presenting its findings, the study also considers future research directions, including using this study as a basis for more detailed research and to assist in facilitating community-led programs and strategies to increase earthquake safety.

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