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Flooding is a disaster that comes from nature directly, whether it is caused by the frequency of high rainfall or the capacity of rivers that are unable to stem the swift flow of water. Thus, appropriate measures (Mitigation) are needed to be able to cope with flood natural disasters. This research intends to conduct an in-depth field study related to flood disasters in Kudus Regency and its mitigation guidelines. Then the researcher evaluates whether the mitigation measures can have a significant impact on the decline of flood natural disasters in Kudus Regency. The research method in this study applies qualitative with a field study approach style. Based on the previous research, it was found that several measures have been taken to mitigate the occurrence of flood disasters. However, these steps have in fact not been able to overcome flooding in Kudus Regency. Based on the results of an in-depth analytical study by applying the theory of policy effectiveness by Joseph John Campbell, it was found that several flood disaster mitigation efforts carried out by the Kudus Regency Government were still ineffective because they had not been able to significantly reduce the incidence of flooding. Policy improvements and more assertive program implementation are needed so that the results are more optimal.

Handling natural disaster victims requires a fast, precise, and fair aid distribution process. In this context, expert systems can be utilized as a decision-making tool in determining the type and amount of aid that should be given to victims. This article develops a desktop-based expert system using the Java programming language, which is able to calculate the type of aid based on the condition of the victim, the level of damage, and the number of affected family members. The method used is a rule-based expert system with if-then logic. The results show that this system can assist field officers in accelerating the calculation and distribution of aid.

Disasters can occur anywhere and anytime that can disrupt various aspects of a person's life, children are one of the groups of people who are vulnerable to natural disasters. This vulnerability is caused by the limited understanding of the dangers of disaster risks in their surrounding environment. So involving children in disaster mitigation efforts is one of the efforts to strengthen children's resilience in facing disasters in the future. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with a classroom action research approach implemented at SD Islam Arraisiyah. The subjects were 18 students in grade 5 (five). The implementation of the simulation method in flood disaster mitigation efforts for students starts from the planning stage, implementation stage, observation stage, and reflection stage. There was an increase in student understanding after the socialization and preparedness training using the simulation method, as seen from the number of students who answered correctly in the post-test the efforts they could make to save themselves, namely 15 students answered correctly about flood prevention efforts, 12 students answered correctly about the efforts they could make when a flood disaster occurs, and 17 students answered correctly about the efforts they could make after a disaster occurs.

The impact of the landslide is very worrying for the entire community and the congregation of Dock Seven because the land has experienced very large erosion and splits from the edge of the river to the wall of the church building which can result in the collapse of the building wall and church tower. For this reason, fast handling is needed to anticipate a greater impact by making gabions reinforced with ironwood as retaining pillars, accompanied by material compaction and re-casting. The purpose of this community service activity is to minimize losses and damage due to landslides, and to restore the function of the road access as a means of community activities every day. The construction of this landslide handling is made simple, namely by installing ironwood pillars along the landslide area starting from the boundary of the church building wall to the edge of the river flow, then placing gabions filled with gravel material from the bottom of the landslide hole to near the ground surface, then filled with coral material and re-cast as road access. For the river bank wall, it is done by casting and installing embankments until it passes the road surface so that the river water does not overflow onto the road when the rainfall is quite high. The gabion used is a type of thick wire measuring 2 m x 1 m x 1 m with a side wire diameter of 3.4 mm, a braided wire diameter of 2.7 mm, a hole/mesh size of 8 cm x 10 cm, a number of turns of 3 and a weight/sheet of 18 Kg. The ironwood used as a support is 5 cm x 5 cm in size. The embankment material uses coral rock, while the casting of the river bank embankment uses a 12 mm iron frame combined with 5 cm x 5 cm ironwood. The height of the embankment from the bottom of the river to the road surface is 3.80 meters where the height from the bottom to the river to the road surface is 3 meters and from the top of the road surface is 80 cm. With the implementation of this landslide handling construction, the entire community and the congregation of Dock Seven can use the road access again for daily needs.

This research aims to see the results of activities to increase employee capacity through the disaster safe hospital (RSAB) program at Kilisuci Regional Hospital, Kediri City. Hospital preparedness plans are very important in ensuring the safety of the hospital environment and the actions that need to be taken to ensure health services remain available during a disaster situation. Kilisuci Regional Hospital does not yet have a preparedness plan that is documented, tested, and involves the surrounding community to be ready to face disasters. The methods used in this community empowerment activity include pretest-posttest, lecture-discussion, direct training/practice, observation and evaluation methods. The research results show that Disaster Management at the Kilisuci Regional Hospital is very necessary considering that Kediri City has a variety of potential disasters and is in an area that has potential threats from floods, fires, the Covid-19 pandemic, Mount Kelud eruptions, traffic accidents and earthquakes. There was an increase in pretest and posttest results of 14.60 points. It is felt that activities to strengthen employee capacity through the Hospital Disaster Plan (HDP) program need to be developed further because hospitals need more preparedness capacity in facing disasters or emergency situations and can support during hospital accreditation.

This community service was carried out in Pattongko Village, Central Sinjai District, by considering the location's vulnerability to natural disasters such as landslides and tornadoes. The high rainfall in the area is one of the leading causes of frequent natural disasters, compounded by the mountainous and hilly topography. These factors make the community highly susceptible to disasters that result in significant material and immaterial losses. The primary aim of this service activity was to build awareness and strengthen the community's disaster response capabilities, enabling the creation of a disaster-resilient village.The activity was conducted through socialization efforts involving various stakeholders, including the Pattongko village community, the village government, local youth groups, and the Sinjai Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), which served as the lead agency in disaster response in the region. Despite being a one-day event, the activity was expected to provide essential disaster education and training for the local population, enhancing their knowledge of disaster preparedness and response. By doing so, the initiative aimed to minimize the potential victims and the scale of losses caused by natural disasters in the future.This activity also supported broader government programs aimed at forming Disaster Resilient Villages. In the future, the program will be extended with further activities, such as establishing community disaster response teams, organizing disaster simulations, and strengthening disaster management protocols within the village. This long-term plan will ensure that the community remains well-prepared for any potential disaster events

SDN 1 Bumi Waras merupakan sekolah yang memiliki kerentanan bencana yang tinggi sehingga perlu dilakukan pelatihan pertolongan pertama, evakuasi, dan penanganan darurat secara berkala dalam membangun sekolah yang aman bencana. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah membentuk kesiapsiagaan terhadap tingginya risiko bencana sehingga dapat meminimalisir dampak negatif bencana terhadap kehidupan di lingkungan sekolah, baik secara individu maupun kolektif. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini yaitu Community Capacity Building atau Peningkatan Kapasitas Komunitas dalam meningkatkan kemampuan dan kapasitas masyarakat mengatasi masalah yang mereka hadapi. Dari observasi langsung pada kegiatan ini mampu meningkatkan pengetahuan, kemampuan dan kapasitas warga SDN 1 Bumi Waras dalam pertolongan pertama, evakuasi, dan penanganan kedaruratan, cara penggunaan peralatan P3K yang umum, membentuk karakter siswa yang tangguh, mandiri, dan peduli. Dengan mengikuti pelatihan pertolongan pertama, siswa dan warga sekolah dapat menjadi agen perubahan dalam masyarakat dan berkontribusi dalam meningkatkan keselamatan di lingkungan sekitar.

Based on the 2016-2020 Central Java Disaster Risk Assessment, floods and landslides are the most frequent disasters, with 818 flood cases accounting for 31.33% of the total disasters and landslides accounting for 29.57%. This study aims to cluster disaster-prone areas in Central Java using the K-Means algorithm and the GeoPandas library. Data on disaster events for the period 2019-2023 was obtained from the National Disaster Management Agency, while administrative map data of Central Java was downloaded from the Geoportal of Central Java Province. The research stages include data collection, data cleaning, standardization using the Standard Scaler method, application of the K-Means algorithm for regional clustering, and visualization of results using GeoPandas. The results showed that Central Java was divided into four clusters, namely: cluster 0 (disaster-prone areas) includes 3 regions, cluster 1 (non-disaster-prone areas) has 22 regions, cluster 2 (flood-prone areas) consists of 7 regions, and cluster 3 (landslide-prone areas) has 3 regions. The results of this research provide spatial data-based information that can be used as a basis in decision-making for disaster mitigation in Central Java.

Flood disaster is the most frequent disaster in Indonesia. Based on BNPB records throughout 2021, flood disasters have occurred 1,279 times. Poor drainage system can be one of the factors causing flood disasters. Way Mhorock Village, Abepura District is one of the areas that has poor drainage network quality. This is because Way Mhorock Village is one of the centers of community activities, so it has the potential to cause flooding. This study examines the quality of the drainage system against disasters in Abepura District by focusing on Way Mhorock Village. The research methods used to achieve the objectives in this research are qualitative methods, spatial analysis, and analytical hierarchy process. Qualitative descriptive analysis method to assist and describe the actual drainage problems in the field in the form of pictures. Spatial analysis method using GPS by recording problematic drainage points then processed using ArcGIS software. Analytical Hierarchy Process method by capture the perspective of stakeholders from the agency to determine the assessment of the quality level of the drainage system that has the potential to cause flooding in Way Mhorock Village. The results showed that there are 4 problems that affect the quality of drainage in Way Mhorock Village, namely drainage sedimentation, land use change, drainage cross section, and the volume of waste found at 33 points in Way Mhorock Village. Based on the results of the analytical hierarchy process using an expert choice application, drainage sedimentation is the most influential criterion on improving drainage quality with alternative handling provided in the form of law enforcement policies against environmental violations by the community.  

Floods are natural disasters that often occur in Indonesia and cause damage to property, infrastructure, and casualties. One of the main factors causing flooding is the failure of water management systems such as reservoirs to manage the sudden increase in water volume. This research aims to design an automatic reservoir sluice controller by utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technology to reduce flood risk. The system uses a NodeMCU ESP8266 microcontroller and an HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor to monitor the water level in real-time, as well as a servo motor that controls the sluices. The system is connected to the Blynk app, allowing remote monitoring and control of the sluice gates via mobile devices. This tool automatically adjusts the position of the sluice gate based on sensor data to keep the water level safe and reduce the potential for flooding. The test results show that this IoT-based automated system is able to work effectively in controlling sluice gates and can be used for flood disaster prevention in the surrounding environment.

The frequency of floods in Central Java is the highest with 54 incidents. This study aims to analyze what factors are associated with flood disaster mitigation knowledge of students with special needs in SLB X in Semarang City. This research design uses cross sectional. The population in this study amounted to 32 respondents with total sampling technique so that the number of samples in this study was 32 respondents. The results showed that age (p=0.02) and education level (p=0.004) were related to the level of flood mitigation knowledge. 

South Tangerang City is one of the areas prone to flooding, with various influencing factors, such as a lack of communication between local government organizations and weak spatial planning supervision. Uncontrolled development by several large developers has constricted river flows, while suboptimal drainage and water absorption systems have exacerbated the situation. In flood mitigation efforts, coordination between the Regional Disaster Management Agency, the Public Works Agency and the Environment Agency is necessary to ensure anticipatory efforts and sustainable solutions. Existing Regional Regulations and Governor Regulations, including regional spatial plans and technical guidelines for flood control, are an important foundation for flood management in the region. The purpose of this research is to find out and analyze how the implementation of flood disaster mitigation policies in Regional Regulation Number 2 of 2012 concerning Disaster Management. This research uses the theory of George C. Edward III. with 4 indicators, namely communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The results showed that the unity of action in handling floods still faced obstacles, where the Environmental Agency had not fully carried out its responsibilities in maintaining waste in drainage channels and rivers.

This study aims to analyze the community's preparedness in facing natural disasters in Tegaltirto Village through indicators that include preparedness, vulnerability, and social resilience. Based on data collected through surveys and field observations in several hamlets, the analysis is conducted using data on preparedness values, vulnerability, and social resilience to provide an overview of how ready the community is to face natural disasters. The results of this study are expected to provide recommendations for improving community preparedness for natural disasters and contribute to disaster mitigation planning in the field of civil engineering.  

Decision making with the application of the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) Method has been widely applied in various fields. One of them is in the field of disaster mitigation. This study aims to determine the types of disaster mitigation that apply the AHP Method in determining decisions. The research method uses the Narrative Review Method to describe and analyze various research literature on disaster mitigation using the AHP Method. The research method begins with a literature search with a limitation of 2019-2024 and the literature is only in the form of articles that have been published. 11 related articles were found that were successfully summarized. The results of the study stated that there are several types of research articles related to disaster mitigation that have implemented the AHP Method in their decision support systems, such as in research on flood-prone zoning, landslide-prone zoning, priority alternatives for flood control efforts, landslide risk factors, analyzing tsunami disaster risks, air evacuation routes and others.

Pusat data menjadi tempat sekaligus aset penting organisasi. Demikian pula rencana pengelolaan keberlanjutan (kontinuitas) sangat penting untuk menjaga organisasi tetap dapat menjalankan proses bisnisnya ketika terjadi bencana pada pusat data atau infrastruktur teknologinya. Evaluasi tata kelola menjadi suatu hal yang penting dan harus dilakukan untuk mengetahui sejauh mana pengelolaan pusat data dan kesiapan rencana pengelolaan keberlanjutan (kontinuitas) suatu organisasi. Metode penelitian yang digunakan meliputi menentukan area fokus evaluasi, menyusun instrumen evaluasi (interview, kuesioner dan test sistem), pelaksanaan evaluasi, pengolahan hasil evaluasi, analisa gap dan penyusunan strategi perbaikan. Tingkat kematangan saat ini berada pada level 3. Tingkat kematangan yang diharapkan berada pada level 5, kecuali untuk komponen informasi dan komponen budaya, etika dan perilaku berada pada level 4. Strategi perbaikan dirumuskan bertahap untuk strategi perbaikan dari level 3 ke level 4 dan strategi perbaikan dari level 4 ke level 5. Perumusan strategi perbaikan disusun berdasarkan tujuh komponen sistem tata kelola dengan urutan prioritas berdasarkan hasil analisa gap.

Penanganan bencana merupakan isu krusial dalam mengurangi dampak negatif bencana alam dan non-alam di Kota Semarang, yang memiliki potensi bencana seperti banjir, gempa bumi, dan kebakaran. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penanganan bencana di Kota Semarang pada tahun 2024 dengan menggunakan metode Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) dan VIseKriterijumska Optimizacija I Kompromisno Resenje (VIKOR), untuk menentukan prioritas tindakan yang paling efektif dalam mitigasi dan respons bencana. Metode AHP digunakan untuk memberikan bobot pada kriteria-kriteria yang mempengaruhi penanganan bencana, seperti kesiapsiagaan, infrastruktur, dan sumber daya manusia. Selanjutnya, metode VIKOR diterapkan untuk memilih solusi terbaik berdasarkan alternatif penanganan bencana. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa prioritas penanganan bencana di Kota Semarang sebaiknya difokuskan pada penguatan sistem peringatan dini dan pengembangan infrastruktur evakuasi, dengan memperhatikan kesiapsiagaan masyarakat sebagai faktor pendukung utama. Berdasarkan perhitungan AHP, kriteria "kesiapsiagaan masyarakat" memperoleh bobot tertinggi, sementara perhitungan VIKOR menunjukkan bahwa tindakan penguatan infrastruktur evakuasi adalah solusi terbaik untuk mengurangi dampak bencana. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan Pemerintah Kota Semarang untuk meningkatkan investasi pada infrastruktur penanganan bencana dan memperkuat pelatihan serta keterlibatan masyarakat dalam program kesiapsiagaan bencana.  

This study examines the efforts of National Defense carried out by referring to the management of reserve components in the form of indigenous communities in managing the pandemic and natural disasters. Many indigenous institutions have shown extraordinary abilities in responding to crises quickly and effectively. The purpose of this study is to show that local indigenous institutions play a key role in coordinating aid and reconstruction efforts. The mutual cooperation system that is deeply embedded in the indigenous social structure allows for the rapid mobilization of community resources to help victims and begin the recovery process. Qualitative research uses a descriptive approach to collect data systematically, factually, and quickly according to the description when the research was conducted. The results of this study indicate that the integration of local wisdom in disaster mitigation also has the potential to strengthen the resilience of the community as a whole. By respecting and utilizing local knowledge, disaster mitigation efforts are not only more effective but also more accepted and supported by the local community in order to maintain state sovereignty.

Active behavior in facing disasters plays a crucial role in reducing the impact and accelerating the recovery process. This study aims to explore the relationship between aqidah (religious beliefs) and togetherness in shaping the collective response of society to disasters. Using a qualitative approach, this study analyzes data from field observations and interviews with various community groups affected by natural disasters in Indonesia. The results of the study indicate that religion can be a social capital, and has the values ​​and norms of monotheism, patience, sincerity, tawakkal and togetherness and shows that strong aqidah can increase the spirit of togetherness and mutual cooperation, which contributes to reducing anxiety and accelerating aid and recovery. This study concludes that collective behavior built on religious values ​​and togetherness can strengthen the social resilience of society in facing disasters.

Muhammadiyah Disaster Management Centre or MDMC is engaged in disaster management activities and triage systems. Information related to triage at MDMC Sragen Regency was obtained in 2019. Most volunteers had a basic understanding of disaster triage which was sufficient and indicated a need for knowledge and skills updates. The Objective of the Research; to determine the description of characteristic and knowledge of MDMC (Muhammadiyah Disaster Management Centre) volunteers about disaster triage in Sragen district. Methods; this type of research uses descriptive methods with a population 98 people sampling 50 respondents. Research instruments using questionnaires in the form of google forms with data analysis using univariate analysis. Results; the results showed that the characteristics of volunteers were male as many as 32 respondents (64.0%), in the age range of 17-25 years as many as 31 respondents (62.0%), with a high shcool/vocational education level as many as 31 respondents (62.0%) and had been a member of MDMC for 1-3 years as many as 28 respondents (56.0%). Then the results of volunteer knowledge in the moderate category as many as 35 repondents (70.0%). Summary; description of the characteristics and knowledge of MDMC volunteers about disaster triage in Sragen district the suffficient category.

 Central Java was recorded as the area with the highest fire rate in the period from January 1 to July 24 2023, with 637 cases recorded. In 2018, a fire hit Agustinus Junior High School, at Semarang City. The aim of the research is to determine the effect of implementing a fire disaster preparedness simulation in increasing the knowledge and attitudes of Agustinus Middle School residents regarding fire disasters. The research design used was a quasi experiment with a quantitative approach. This research used a one group pretest-posttest design. In this research design, the entire population is used as research respondents. The pretest was given before the fire disaster simulation activity began and the posttest was given after all respondents carried out the fire disaster simulation activity. The research instrument used a questionnaire sheet. Data were analyzed with wilcoxon test. The results of the research show that there is an effect of implementing a fire disaster preparedness simulation on the knowledge and attitudes of Agustinius Junior High School residents with a wilcoxon p value of 0.000 and there is an increase in the knowledge of the school community by 24.3% and the attitude of the school community by 34% compared to before the simulation. This research suggests that schools should hold regular disaster preparedness simulations at least once a year and collaborate with related professional institutions to increase the capability and effectiveness of school emergency response teams in handling emergency situations.