Appendix I.

Questions for Focus Group Discussions

No	Question
1	In your opinion, do you think that Dire Dawa town is prone to flood disaster? If yes, why?
2	When did the major flood disaster happen in Dire Dawa town? Why you think that was the major flood disaster in the history of Dire Dawa town?
3	Do you think that the residents of Dire Dawa town are at risk of flood disaster that might happen during rainy season in the near future? If you think that the residents are at risk, why?
4	Do you think the flood disaster could be prevented or mitigated through some actions by human being in your area?
5	To avert the flood disaster risk, are there any specific things you have done around the home to minimize the effects of flooding? (Why did you/why didn’t you?)Where did you get this information from?Why did you think this information was useful?
6	Have you discussed flood issues with others? (Why did you/why didn’t you?)What/who influenced you to discuss these issues?Did this help in clarifying issues?Would it influence you to become more involved in the wider community?
7	Have you had any contact with the Dire Dawa council or the local office (kebele) and any health facilities (hospitals or health centers) regarding floods?Have they contacted you?How satisfactory was this contact?
8	Is there any action taken by the government (could be local or federal) to mitigate the flood disaster in your area? If yes, what are those actions?
9	Is there any action taken by the non-governmental organizations (could be civil society organizations, local-NGOs, and International NGOs) to mitigate the flood disaster in your area? If yes, what are those actions?
10	How much do you rely on the preventive and mitigation measures being undertaken by you personally at household level, government, and non-governmental organizations? Do you feel that you and your families and the community at large are safe as result of these actions (individually, government and non-governmental organizations)?