OLDER ADULT ANIMAL FARMERS’ EVACUATION EFFORTS DURING THE 2021 PACIFIC NORTHWEST FLOODS IN CANADA
2024
Evacuation Efforts of Older Adult Animal Farmers During Floods
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Author Information
Author(s): Wu Haorui
Primary Institution: Dalhousie University
Hypothesis
How do older adult animal farmers contribute to evacuation strategies during disasters?
Conclusion
Older adult animal farmers' long-term engagement with their environments helps improve evacuation strategies during disasters.
Supporting Evidence
- The evacuation process was improved through collaboration among older adult farmers and emergency responders.
- Older farmers' expertise was leveraged to facilitate effective emergency decision-making.
Takeaway
Older farmers know a lot about their land and can help make better plans when there's a flood.
Methodology
Qualitative interviews with animal farm owners, community-based service agencies, and governmental emergency responders.
Participant Demographics
Older adult animal farmers in the Fraser Valley.
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