challenge of natural hazards

natural hazard definition

something that can endanger people (causing death, injuries or damage) or buildings through extreme natural events or processes

when does a natural hazard become a natural distaster

It becomes a natural disaster when a natural hazard that 'can' endanger people and buildings 'does' happen in real life

definition of risk

The probability of a hazard occurring(1) and creating loss of lives and livelihoods.

State what is meant by a geological hazard.

Geological hazards are caused by the Earth and its tectonic plate movements.

State THREE reasons why volcanic eruptions are often so deadly.

• Their magnitude is high. (1)

• Many low income countries are in highly active areas which means they usually have difficulties recovering. (1)

• Volcanoes are hard to predict so preparation is difficult. (1)

• It is expensive and difficult to volcano-proof an area to reduce deaths significantly. (1)

meteorological hazard

• Heatwaves

• Bushfires

• Hurricanes / typhoons

• Extreme weather caused by climate change

• Tornado

• Flood

• Cyclone

• Drought

• Wild fires

extreme weather definition

Weather that's unusual, unexpected, or unusually intense for a place and time.