10 Questions
What is the preferred material for roofs in the context of adapting buildings to climate change?
Steel roofs
Which solution is recommended for addressing the priority hazard of heavy precipitation?
Heat tracing in gutters
What is the primary structure design mentioned for wet floodproofing?
Buildings with wet/dry proofing of walls
Which solution is recommended for addressing the priority hazard of flooding?
Temporary barriers or flood barriers for windows and doors
What is the preferred vegetation over trees in the context of subsidence risk?
Shrubs
What is the main characteristic of a storm?
Strong winds and precipitation
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of storm?
Heatwave
What is one solution for reducing a building's exposure to wind during a storm?
Using rounded corners
Which type of roof performs better during a storm according to the text?
Roofs with multiple slopes
What can storm-driven water runoffs impact in a building?
Foundations
Test your knowledge about storms, their characteristics, and the different types such as blizzards, tornadoes, cyclones, tropical storms, typhoons, and hurricanes. Learn about the hazards and safety measures associated with storms.
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