Natural Hazards

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Which of the following can be classified as a natural hazard?

A sudden increase in traffic accidents due to road construction.
Pollution of a river caused by industrial waste discharge.
A forest fire started by a lightning strike during a dry season. (correct)
A poorly constructed building collapsing due to substandard materials.

The occurrence of a natural hazard is solely determined by the magnitude of the natural event, irrespective of the vulnerability of the affected population.

False (B)

Briefly discuss the relationship between natural events and the designation of a natural hazard.

A natural event becomes a hazard when it poses a threat to human life, property, or the environment.

The severity of a natural hazard's impact is often measured by considering both its intensity and the level of __________ of the affected area.

<p>vulnerability</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to natural hazards with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>Magnitude = The size or intensity of a natural event. Frequency = How often an event of a certain size occurs. Risk = The potential for loss due to a hazardous event. Mitigation = Actions taken to reduce the severity of a hazard's impact.</p> Signup and view all the answers