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Upper Denkyira West District Emphasizes "Resilience Starts at Home" for Disaster Risk Reduction Day

The Upper Denkyira West District has joined the global community in observing the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR), with local leaders calling for a shift from annual observation to daily responsibility.

Date Created : 10/15/2026 : Story Author : Oheneba Kesse Brempong-AsareGhanadistricts.com

This year’s theme, designated by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction, is "Resilience Starts at Home."

Speaking at a district event held at Diaso Senior High School, the District Chief Executive (DCE), Hon. Isaac Nsiah, warned that the district is not immune to disasters. He noted that hazards such as flooding, domestic and market fires, road traffic accidents, and rainstorms remain constant threats to the safety and welfare of residents.

Hon. Nsiah urged students and the broader community to remain vigilant, emphasizing that disaster risk reduction should not be viewed as a one-time event but as a daily practice.

"Let each of us take practical steps to make our homes, schools, workplaces, and communities safer," he urged. "Prevention is better than response."

The DCE highlighted that a clean environment, a safe home, a well-prepared school, and a community that heeds early warnings are critical components in saving lives and protecting property.

Hon. Nsiah expressed his sincere appreciation to the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), the management and students of Diaso SHS, traditional authorities, and other stakeholders for their commitment to promoting disaster prevention and community resilience.

Schools as Key Drivers of Awareness

Also speaking at the event, Mr. Adabogo James, the NADMO Director for Upper Denkyira West, underscored the vital role schools play in promoting disaster awareness. He encouraged school authorities to strengthen safety education and emergency preparedness programs.

Mr. Adabogo also urged students to act as ambassadors of safety by sharing the knowledge acquired with their families and communities.

He described disaster risk reduction as a shared responsibility, calling on traditional authorities, Assembly members, NADMO officials, community leaders, and residents to work together. He emphasized the need to identify potential hazards and take preventive action before they escalate into full-blown disasters.