1.1 - Types of Floods and Earthquakes
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Practice Questions
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What is a flash flood?
💡 Hint: Think about how quickly it happens.
What causes earthquakes?
💡 Hint: Consider the Earth's layers.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the time frame for a flash flood to occur after heavy rainfall?
💡 Hint: Think about how fast water can rise.
Is it possible to avoid natural hazards completely?
💡 Hint: Consider the inevitability of such events.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a disaster preparedness plan for a coastal town prone to both flood and earthquake risks. Consider community resources and education strategies.
💡 Hint: Think about existing resources and how they can be utilized.
Analyze the effects of climate change on the frequency and severity of hydro-meteorological disasters.
💡 Hint: Connect the dots between climate science and disaster management.
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