1.2. Hazard Characteristics

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the speed of onset?

   Hint

   Think about how quickly different disasters happen.

2. 2.

   Name one type of hydro-meteorological disaster.

   Hint

   Focus on disasters related to weather.

3. 3.

   Which type of disaster has the highest percentage from 1980 to 2005?

   • Floods
   • Earthquakes
   • Wind Storms

   Hint

   Think about which disasters are most common worldwide.

4. 4.

   True or False: Earthquakes can occur without warning.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how quickly they happen compared to other disasters.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the long-term impacts of hydro-meteorological disasters in developing countries and propose mitigation strategies.

   Hint

   Consider both societal and economic aspects.

6. 6.

   Design a disaster readiness program for a region prone to earthquakes; outline the key components.

   Hint

   Focus on practical measures and community involvement.