Pre-crisis assessment of monsoon flooding in Bangladesh
This Pre-Crises Assessment of Monsoon Flooding in Bangladesh presents the collective accountability to the affected population in Bangladesh of the Humanitarian Coordination Task Team (HCTT) members to improve their coordinated action in anticipatory action and response based on the people's preferences and choices. The pre-crisis assessment highlights the importance of a comprehensive approach to flood resilience in Bangladesh. Strengthening early warning systems, enhancing community engagement, and investing in sustainable infrastructure and livelihood diversification will empower at-risk peoples to withstand and recover from monsoon floods more effectively.
By implementing the survey's recommendations, anticipatory action and response efforts can be more targeted, responsive, and inclusive, leading to improved outcomes for vulnerable communities and their well-being during flood events. This has provided valuable insights into the risk perception, preparedness, and coping capacity of at-risk households. The findings underscore the resilience of communities in flood-prone areas and highlight the importance of early warning systems, community engagement, and strategic interventions to enhance flood management and resilience.