2.4. Characteristics of Affected Population

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is exposure in terms of disaster risk?

   Hint

   Think about what happens when people and buildings are at risk due to disasters.

2. 2.

   Why might a landslide in the Himalayas be less concerning than one in an urban area?

   Hint

   Consider the population density in these areas.

3. 3.

   What defines exposure in disaster risk management?

   • Only the number of disasters
   • The presence of people and buildings in hazard-prone areas
   • Only the economic status of people

   Hint

   Think of what makes an area riskier.

4. 4.

   True or False: A disaster can only be defined by the number of people exposed.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider other factors besides just numbers.

5. 5.

   Design a disaster management strategy for a densely populated urban area at risk of flooding.

   Hint

   Reflect on how many lives need to be saved and how quickly.

6. 6.

   Critically evaluate how socioeconomic factors influence disaster impact in different populations.

   Hint

   Think about what resources people require to recover after a hazard.