Tectonics and Community Resilience

These flashcards cover key concepts related to community resilience, disaster preparedness, and tectonic hazards based on the lecture notes.

What is the importance of strengthening community resilience in hazard-prone zones?

It enables communities to resist, adapt, and recover efficiently from the impacts of disasters.

What is one strategy for reducing hazards in communities?

Land use planning to control and minimize development in high-risk areas.

What do hazard-monitoring systems do?

They detect seismic waves and ground deformation, making predictions and sending warnings about potential hazards.

How do hazard-resistant building designs benefit communities?

They reduce vulnerability to tectonic hazards by incorporating features like shock absorbers and diagonal braces.

What example illustrates the effectiveness of land-use planning in disaster response?

The Tohoku tsunami in Japan where residential areas were shifted to higher ground, preventing destruction.

What is the role of public education in disaster preparedness?

It provides people with knowledge on hazards and teaches them how to respond effectively.

What challenge do developing countries face in building community resilience?

Lack of technological and financial resources to prepare for and respond to disasters.

What was a direct consequence of the 2010 Haiti earthquake regarding community preparedness?

There were no measures in place to educate Haitians on disaster response, leading to chaos and unrest.

What is the role of NGOs in disaster management?

They provide necessities and establish relief funds to ensure the success of disaster response strategies.

How can timely evacuation reduce casualties during disasters?

Moving people away from areas at risk of hazards as quickly as possible to minimize exposure.

What is one challenge of disaster response in developing countries?

Limited access to advanced technology and insufficient funding hinder effective disaster preparedness and response