Disasters and development are closely connected. Development pursued sustainably and using good governance principles is critical for reducing vulnerability to disaster risk. Many current development approaches, however, do not adhere to this course. These approaches lack a holistic risk perspective, and ultimately reinforce the status quo. As a result, development efforts can exacerbate inequities and perpetuate exist- ing risks, or create new risks. Barangay Anibong in Tacloban (Philippines), hit by Super Typhoon Yolanda on 8 November 2013, which delivered 7-metre high storm surges and wind speeds of 315 km/hour. Photo: Albert Salamanca/SEI
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