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Common Misconceptions about Disaster

Emergency Planning

In addition, technology is a potential source of vulnerability as well as a means of reducing it. Myth 65: Children and young people are too vulnerable to be exposed to the effects of disaster. Myth 70: A good emergency plan always ensures a good response to crises. Myth 31: Tsunamis are tidal waves. See: Alexander, D.E.