Disasters are defined as sudden disruptions to the functioning of a community or a society at any scale that cannot be overcome by the local capacity. Disasters are also classified as natural or technological/human-made or as slow onset and rapid onset disasters. Climate change, drought, desertification and famine disaster due to these processes can be considered slow onset disasters. In many parts of the World since the existence of humanity, the famine has been effective. Scarcity emerges as a result of long-term food shortages. With the lack of rainfall, water resources begin to decrease and the effects of drought starts to increase. Famine, hunger and thirst can cause serious consequences. Throughout history, Anatolia was exposed to famine disasters, particularly due to the lack of precipitation and grasshopper infestation. In fact, legends and important famines that became subjects to epics have brought the phenomenon of migration. Human migration is realized by factors such as religion, culture, economy, war, terror and disaster. Generally, migrations are caused by searching for food in the past. drought and the increased famine with the acceleration of climate change. In this study, the concept of famine disaster, its types and the measures that can be taken against it are discussed along with the risk management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]