Summary:
“We have also observed that evacuation of the elderly during natural disasters is complicated due to their limited mobility. more-inStress and limited access to relief material and aid makes the older population among the worst sufferers during natural calamities like floods, landslips, cyclones, earthquakes, etc., and in the aftermath. Experts said the stress caused by having to cope with a natural disaster increases symptoms of serious health issues in the elderly. “Affected older people also find it very difficult to get their share in relief material and aid. Natural calamities are devastating for all but old people remain the most vulnerable section..