Enhancing earthquake disaster risk assessment: insights from pandemic circumstances, case studies, and lessons learned

Roberta Apostolska (), Vlatko Sheshov (), Radmila Salic Makreska (), Marta Stojmanovska (), Julijana Bojadjieva (), Ana Nanevska (), Miodrag Kolic (), Darko Mrvaljevic (), Kelmend Zajazi (), Josip Atalić (), Marta Šavor Novak (), Miranda Deda (), Genci Hoxhaj () and Adela Krajka ()
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Roberta Apostolska: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje
Vlatko Sheshov: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje
Radmila Salic Makreska: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje
Marta Stojmanovska: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje
Julijana Bojadjieva: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje
Ana Nanevska: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje
Miodrag Kolic: NALAS
Darko Mrvaljevic: NALAS
Kelmend Zajazi: NALAS
Josip Atalić: University of Zagreb
Marta Šavor Novak: University of Zagreb
Miranda Deda: Municipality of Tirana
Genci Hoxhaj: Municipality of Tirana
Adela Krajka: Municipality of Tirana

Natural Hazards: Journal of the International Society for the Prevention and Mitigation of Natural Hazards, 2025, vol. 121, issue 6, No 17, 6777-6799

Abstract: Abstract The paper presents the outcomes of a unified model, which draws on Khazai et al. (2015), to collect and interpret data related to prevention, preparedness, and response to multi-hazard disasters, with a specific focus on earthquakes and pandemics. The model calculates three urban risk indicators for two case studies: the aftermath of the 2020 earthquake in Zagreb and the 2019 earthquake in Tirana. Its objective is to identify weaknesses in urban resilience and provide guidance for decision-making in disaster risk management. This research is a part of the "Learn to Be Resilient (L2BR)" project, funded by the EU Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (101017950 - L2BR - UCPM-2020- KN-AG) with primary aim to strengthen the Union Civil Protection Knowledge Network as a platform for sharing expertise and knowledge in civil protection and disaster risk management. It specifically targeted Southeast Europe, an earthquake-prone region, and prioritized capacity building, intersectoral cooperation, and the enhancement of prevention and preparedness measures. Recent devastating earthquakes worldwide have underscored the importance of effective disaster management, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The case studies on earthquakes in Tirana, Albania, and Zagreb, Croatia, provided valuable data for the research, leading to recommendations for improving operational procedures, particularly in the context of pandemics. The ultimate goal was to elevate disaster and emergency management, saving lives, increasing resilience, and fostering disaster prevention in the region.

Keywords: Earthquake; Covid-19; Urban resilience; Zagreb; Tirana (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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