1.2.4 - Environmental Vulnerability
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Practice Questions
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What does vulnerability mean in the context of disaster management?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes certain communities more at risk than others.
Name one demographic that is more vulnerable to disasters.
💡 Hint: Consider age and physical ability.
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What factors contribute to vulnerability in communities?
💡 Hint: Think about the multiple dimensions of vulnerability.
True or False: Women are often considered more vulnerable in disaster scenarios.
💡 Hint: Recall the discussion about gender roles in society.
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Consider a community facing a hurricane. Discuss how various factors of vulnerability might impact their disaster response and recovery strategies.
💡 Hint: Think about past hurricane responses in your area.
Create an analysis of a local community's vulnerabilities based on socio-economic data and demographics.
💡 Hint: Using community reports or census data can aid in this analysis.
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