1.6.5. Disaster Management

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is flood risk mapping?

   Hint

   Think about managing flood-prone areas.

2. 2.

   What kind of data does satellite imagery provide for disaster assessment?

   Hint

   Consider how we observe changes in a location.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of flood risk mapping?

   • To identify high-risk flood areas
   • To collect demographic data
   • To analyze economic impact

   Hint

   Remember, it involves risk assessment!

4. 4.

   True or False: Satellite imagery cannot be used for earthquake damage assessment.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the capabilities of technology in assessment.

5. 5.

   Develop a strategy for a city prone to floods, incorporating Geo-Informatics, community education, and resource allocation.

   Hint

   Consider all aspects of intervention from data gathering to community engagement.

6. 6.

   Analyze the potential socio-economic impacts of not using Geo-Informatics in disaster recovery efforts post-earthquake.

   Hint

   Reflect on the importance of speedy assessments in recovery.