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This module provides an introduction to disaster risk reduction of Critical Infrastructures (CIs) in the context of natural hazards and an overview on the key issues in CI vulnerability reduction. The module is structured in four learning units: (i) dealing with definitions of CIs, underscoring the relevance of this sector and giving first examples of indicators for CI vulnerability; (ii) offering a closer look at natural hazards and their specific effects on CIs; (iii) presenting and discussing concepts for vulnerability assessments and the relevance of CI vulnerability for India in particular; and (iv) giving some examples on vulnerability reduction strategies for CIs.

The module also provides hazard specific assessment examples and outlines some potential adaptation strategies. Overall, the publication is meant to provide an overview of the importance of infrastructure services and their consideration in disaster risk reduction to natural hazards while also presenting potential assessment methods and frameworks.