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Colombia Earthquake Highlights Israel's Lack of Unified Disaster Compensation System

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 17 hours ago

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Israel's lack of a unified compensation system for natural disaster victims is highlighted by the recent Colombia earthquake, underscoring the need for proactive planning and infrastructure strengthening to manage future seismic risks and ensure equitable recovery.

01Colombia's earthquake highlights Israel's absence of a unified disaster compensation system.
02Victims currently rely on personal insurance or legal routes, treating cases individually.
03Liability in natural disasters is complex and often falls partly on the state.
04Experts urge pre-disaster preparation including infrastructure reinforcement and clear recovery plans.
05Without a system, Israel risks unequal compensation and ad-hoc solutions post-disaster.
06Reconstruction costs can be extensive and long-term, beyond initial rescue efforts.

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