Abstract
This study focuses on the economic and social losses due to flooding in Purok 7, Barangay Gugo, Calumpit, Bulacan, Philippines and the evaluation of the government’s efforts. The area has been prone to flooding over the past years, caused by intense rainfall and high-water releases from the upstream dams, which has caused considerable loss of property and livelihoods for the people. Employing both quantitative and qualitative research, the study employed questionnaires and face-to-face interviews with 14 heads of families living in flood-prone areas. The study shows that flooding has negative impacts on the physical, emotional, and financial health of the community; respondents complained of social impacts and dissatisfaction with the help provided by the local government. The mean score for the government response was significantly low, suggesting perceived inefficiency in flood prevention measures. The findings of this study shall be used as a reference for local policy makers to come up with workable solutions to the flooding problems and foster community preparedness. The findings show the necessity for better management and development of structures to solve the continuing problem of flooding in Purok 7.
Presenters
Marvin SambilayStudent, Public Administration, Bulacan State University, Bulacan, Philippines Rafael Baesa
Professor, Department of Public Administration and Governance, Bulacan State University, Bulacan, Philippines Dominic Gavin Cruz
Student, Public Administration, Bulacan State University, Bulacan, Philippines
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
FLOODING, LOCAL GOVERNMENT, DISSATISFACTION, PREPAREDNESS
