2.2. Analysis of Rain Effects

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a hazard?

   Hint

   Think about what can cause damage or danger.

2. 2.

   What does exposure refer to?

   Hint

   Consider who is in the path of a hazard.

3. 3.

   What component of disaster risk refers to the potential for harm?

   • Exposure
   • Hazard
   • Vulnerability

   Hint

   Think about what can lead to damage.

4. 4.

   True or False: Vulnerability decreases the risk of disaster.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider if being vulnerable is protective or harmful.

5. 5.

   Develop a risk assessment for a small village susceptible to landslides. Consider how you would account for hazard, exposure, and vulnerability.

   Hint

   Think about local maps and who lives where.

6. 6.

   Propose a community plan to reduce disaster risk during heavy rainfall, focusing on both structural and non-structural measures.

   Hint

   Consider both immediate and long-term adaptations.