Belize: National disaster preparedness baseline assessment

For this assessment, hazard-based risks, vulnerabilities, resilience, and disaster management capabilities were researched and analyzed to produce scientific data that can be used in the decision-making process during all phases of disaster management. The results are based on data made available by in-country partners during the period of the project from 2019-2022 and include recommendations that will increase disaster management readiness for supporting stakeholders.

This assessment provides stakeholders with analytical tool, scientific data, and evidence-based practices that allow the disaster management community in Belize to reduce disaster risk and support response efforts. The methodology and associated recommendations are in alignment with United Nations Sustainable Development Golas (Agenda 2030, SDGs) and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030.