Individual preparedness and mitigation actions for a predicted earthquake in Istanbul

Bibliographic Data

ID3898293
AuthorsSidika Tekeli-Yesil (0000-0002-7930-3252, Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute), ıdıka Tekeli‐yeşil, Sıdıka Tekeli‐Yeşil, Necati Dedeoǧlu (Akdeniz University), Marcel Tanner (0000-0002-1205-6971, Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute), Charlotte Braun‐fahrlaender (Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute), Birgit Obrist (Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute)
Year2010
Volume34
Issue4
Pages910-930
Publication date2010-10-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueDisasters (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0361-3666 • E-ISSN: 1467-7717
PublisherWiley (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1111/j.1467-7717.2010.01175.x
PMID20561339
OpenAlexW2062905045
LanguageEN
Citations received16
References cited16

This study investigated the process of taking action to mitigate damage and prepare for an earthquake at the individual level. Its specific aim was to identify the factors that promote or inhibit individuals in this process. The study was conducted in Istanbul, Turkey-where an earthquake is expected soon-in May and June 2006 using qualitative methods. Within our conceptual framework, three different patterns emerged among the study subjects. Outcome expectancy, helplessness, a low socioeconomic level, a culture of negligence, a lack of trust, onset time/poor predictability, and normalisation bias inhibit individuals in this process, while location, direct personal experience, a higher education level, and social interaction promote them. Drawing on these findings, the paper details key points for better disaster communication, including whom to mobilise to reach target populations, such as individuals with direct earthquake experience and women

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