Estrategias de mitigación de riesgos socio naturales en Catacocha- Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: This research is developed within the framework of the approach of mitigation strategies for socio-natural risks in cities where the physical and social conditions for urban development are not ideal, which causes the quality of life of the people who live in these territories to be compromised. The urban expansion areas of the city of Catacocha, due to their physical characteristics, morphology, location, the urban layout does not obey its natural environment, its location in risk areas, poor coverage of infrastructure and basic services; in addition to the lack of implementation of territorial planning instruments, makes it an area of interest for this study; through the application of strategies and scenarios, it is proposed to mitigate and reduce exposure to the risk factor of these new subdivisions. Based on theoretical foundations, laws, regulations, information gathering, and a subsequent diagnosis of the site, a general plan is proposed where, through the formulation of specific strategies, the urban image and the quality of life of the inhabitants will be improved in a comprehensive manner.