Hazard Geography and Impact of Tropical Storms and Ebola

Hazard Geography

Study of spatial distribution of hazards.

Natural Hazards

Events causing harm to people or environment.

Atmospheric Hazards

Hazards originating from atmospheric conditions.

Hydrological Hazards

Hazards related to water movement and quality.

Geomorphic Hazards

Hazards caused by landform changes.

Ecological Hazards

Hazards affecting ecosystems and biodiversity.

Spatial Distribution

Arrangement of hazards across geographical space.

Temporal Distribution

Timing and frequency of hazard occurrences.

Magnitude

Size or severity of a hazard event.

Duration

Length of time a hazard event lasts.

Frequency

How often a hazard occurs over time.

Probability

Likelihood of a hazard event happening.

Scale of Spatial Impact

Extent of area affected by a hazard.

Preparedness

Actions taken to prepare for hazard events.

Mitigation

Strategies to reduce hazard impacts.

Spatial Technologies

Tools used to analyze geographical hazards.

Infectious Diseases

Illnesses caused by pathogens in populations.

Animal-Transmitted Diseases

Diseases spread from animals to humans.

Waterborne Diseases

Illnesses caused by contaminated water.

Animal Invasions

Non-native species disrupting local ecosystems.

Chemical Hazards

Risks from exposure to harmful chemicals.

Tropical Storms

Intense storms originating in tropical regions.

Cyclone Alfred

Specific cyclone with defined impact metrics.

Ebola

Viral disease causing severe hemorrhagic fever.

DRC Vulnerability

Factors increasing DRC's susceptibility to hazards.

Hazard Risk Management Strategies

Plans to address and reduce hazard impacts.