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What is the definition of a disaster?
What is the definition of a disaster?
Which of the following best describes natural disasters?
Which of the following best describes natural disasters?
Humanmade disasters are primarily caused by which of the following?
Humanmade disasters are primarily caused by which of the following?
Which classification do humanmade disasters fall under?
Which classification do humanmade disasters fall under?
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What can be a consequence of a disaster?
What can be a consequence of a disaster?
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Which of the following is considered a geological hazard?
Which of the following is considered a geological hazard?
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What is a hydrometeorological hazard that can lead to severe weather conditions?
What is a hydrometeorological hazard that can lead to severe weather conditions?
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Which of the following options is an example of an anthropogenic hazard?
Which of the following options is an example of an anthropogenic hazard?
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What biological hazard is associated with the rapid spread of disease among populations?
What biological hazard is associated with the rapid spread of disease among populations?
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Which of these hazards is associated with extreme water accumulation and often results in overflow?
Which of these hazards is associated with extreme water accumulation and often results in overflow?
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Study Notes
Overview of Disasters
- Defined as significant disruptions affecting communities, leading to extensive losses that exceed local coping capabilities.
- Classifications: Natural Disasters and Humanmade Disasters.
Natural Disasters
- Related to Earth’s natural processes, may occur with or without warning.
- Examples include:
- Geological: Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, landslides, subsidence.
- Hydrometeorological: Typhoons, tornadoes, drought, thunderstorms, floods, storm surges.
Humanmade Disasters
- Often occur following specific precursors and can result from rapid industrialization or technological advancements.
- Examples include:
- Anthropogenic: Hazardous materials incidents, acid rain, global warming, wildfires.
Categories of Disasters
- Four main categories:
- Geological: Focus on Earth processes.
- Hydrometeorological: Focus on weather and water-related events.
- Anthropogenic: Human-induced events and impacts.
- Biological: Involving living organisms, e.g., epidemics, insect infestations.
Challenge
- Analyze a specific hazard and discuss its potential to escalate into a disaster, considering factors such as community preparedness and environmental conditions.
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