3 - Historical Perspective on Hazards
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Practice Questions
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What does speed of onset refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how sudden events can be.
Name one type of hydro-meteorological disaster.
💡 Hint: It commonly affects areas with heavy rain.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which type of disaster is most commonly reported?
💡 Hint: Consider the data from the historical trends discussed.
True or False: Earthquakes do not provide any warning before they occur.
💡 Hint: Think of the examples given in class.
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Given the data from 1980-2005 regarding hydro-meteorological disasters, propose a strategy for improving disaster preparedness in a densely populated urban area.
💡 Hint: Consider technological advancements and community involvement.
Discuss the implications of temporal spacing on disaster resource allocation in a cyclone-prone region.
💡 Hint: Think about the timing of action based on predictions.
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