natural hazards and disease

What is a natural hazard

A naturally occurring event that has the potential to cause harm to people, property or the environment.

What is vunerability

The degree to which people or places are susceptible to harm.

What is exposure

The presence of people, infrastructure or assets in an area that could be affected by a hazard.

What is risk

The likelihood of a hazard causing harm combined with the potential consequences.

What is resilience

The ability of people or systems to cope with, recover from and adapt to hazards or disease.