Emergence of socio-natural risk for seaweed collectors in Bucalemu, Paredones

Authors

  • Daniela Martínez Olivares Ministerio de Vivienda y Urbanismo
  • Carlos Humberto Muñoz Parra University of Santiago

Abstract

This research analyzes the experiences and knowledge of the socio-natural risks resulting from the dynamics of residential habitat for seaweed collectors in Bucalemu, Region of O’Higgins. Given the probability of the occurrence of tsunamis or sea surges, the endangered habitat generates spontaneous measures in relation to socio-natural risk and adaptive capacities, the result of more than 80 years of experience within this territory. The understanding of these management and capacities contribute to the elaboration of mitigation measures to face socio-natural risks.

Author Biographies

Daniela Martínez Olivares, Ministerio de Vivienda y Urbanismo

Architect, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. MSc in Residential Habitat. Member of the Urban Rehabilitation Group at the Housing and Development Service, Metropolitan Region.

Carlos Humberto Muñoz Parra, University of Santiago

Architect, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile; PhD in Architecture, Higher Technical School of Architecture at the Technical University of Madrid. Professor, School of Architecture, University of Santiago, Chile.