UNDRR
Earthquakes are among the deadliest natural hazards. Often striking with little warning, they have claimed millions of lives, devastated infrastructure, displaced communities, and left profound and enduring social, economic, and psychological impacts across generations. The International day is an opportunity for remembrance and renewed commitment to protecting lives and livelihoods from earthquake disasters. The Day echoes the priorities of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, which underscores the importance of understanding disaster risk, developing disaster risk reduction plans, investing in resilience, and enhancing preparedness to “build back better” after disasters.