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In force2024 Revised Edition

Part · Further Definitions

4. Meaning of “disaster”

(1)

“Disaster” means a serious disruption in a community, caused by the impact of an event, that requires a significant co-ordinated response by

Brunei Darussalam to help that community recover from that disruption.

(2)

In this section, “serious disruption” means —

(a)

loss of human life, or illness or injury to humans;

(b)

widespread or severe loss or damage to property; or

(c)

widespread or severe damage to the environment.

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National Disaster Council

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National Disaster Management Centre

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National Disaster Management Plan

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Disaster Situation

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Powers

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Offences

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Compensation

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General