4.3 - Regional Distribution
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What is the speed of onset for earthquakes?
💡 Hint: Think about how quickly an earthquake can strike.
Which type of disaster generally provides more warning, floods or cyclones?
💡 Hint: Consider the advance notice given by meteorological services.
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What type of disaster occurs suddenly and without warning?
💡 Hint: Think about which disaster can happen at any moment without forecasts.
Floods account for what percentage of natural disasters from 1980 to 2005?
💡 Hint: Recall the statistics that highlight the significance of flooding.
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Analyze the role of urbanization in increasing the risk of hydro-meteorological disasters in developing countries.
💡 Hint: Think about how urban development affects drainage and land use.
Evaluate the significance of improving early warning systems for natural disasters in minimizing loss of life.
💡 Hint: Consider real-world examples where warnings have saved lives before disasters.
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