Abstract
This article presentsthe results of a qualitative study of household earthquake and communitylevel preparednessin Serbia and itsrelationship to various demographic factors.Aseries 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.
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.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 27-42 |
| Number of pages | 16 |
| Journal | Acta geographica Slovenica |
| Volume | 59.2019 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2019 |
| Externally published | Yes |