4.4. Growth of Disasters

Try these first

1. 1.

   What disaster is characterized by a sudden onset without warning?

   Hint

   Think of disasters that happen quickly.

2. 2.

   Name one of the three types of tectonic plate boundaries.

   Hint

   They relate to how plates interact.

3. 3.

   Which type of disaster is most prevalent from 1980 to 2005?

   • Floods
   • Earthquakes
   • Drought

   Hint

   Think about which disasters are shaped by weather.

4. 4.

   True or False: Earthquakes can be predicted with high accuracy.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the characteristics of sudden onset disasters.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of current technologies used in predicting hydro-meteorological disasters.

   Hint

   Look into both technological advancements and human resource aspects.

6. 6.

   Propose a plan to mitigate the impact of floods in urban areas.

   Hint

   Consider how each element contributes to protecting the community.