3.2. Hydro-Meteorological Hazards

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define a hazard in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about events that can cause destruction.

2. 2.

   What is the relationship between risk, hazard, exposure, and vulnerability?

   Hint

   Consider how they interact.

3. 3.

   Which of the following is a hydro-meteorological hazard?

   • Earthquake
   • Flood
   • Volcano

   Hint

   Think about water-related events.

4. 4.

   True or False: Vulnerability decreases disaster risk.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   How does vulnerability affect communities?

5. 5.

   Evaluate how changes in climate patterns are likely to influence the frequency of hydro-meteorological hazards.

   Hint

   Consider the relationship between climate patterns and weather events.

6. 6.

   Propose measures that low-income countries can take to mitigate the risks of hydro-meteorological hazards.

   Hint

   Think about empowering communities and resource allocation.