3.10.3. Disaster Monitoring

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is disaster monitoring?

   Hint

   Think about how we respond to disasters.

2. 2.

   Name one type of disaster that can be monitored using satellites.

   Hint

   Consider natural disasters.

3. 3.

   What is the main use of satellite imagery in disaster monitoring?

   • To predict disasters
   • To assess damage
   • To prevent disasters

   Hint

   Think about what happens after a disaster occurs.

4. 4.

   True or False: Satellite data can only be used after a disaster.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider all phases of disaster management.

5. 5.

   How might you use satellite imagery to develop a disaster response plan for an earthquake-prone region?

   Hint

   Consider how past events inform future planning.

6. 6.

   Discuss the implications of having near-real-time satellite data for managing a large urban flood.

   Hint

   Think about the actions that need to be taken swiftly in an urban flood setting.