8.4.2 - Economic Impacts
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What is one type of infrastructure often affected by natural hazards?
💡 Hint: Think of what you use to travel.
How can natural disasters affect local businesses?
💡 Hint: Consider how disasters change people's habits.
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Which of the following is a direct economic impact of natural hazards?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens in the aftermath of a disaster.
True or False: Long-term economic recovery can take years.
💡 Hint: Consider the recovery efforts required after a significant disaster.
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Consider a specific natural disaster (e.g., Hurricane Katrina). Analyze the economic impacts and propose a recovery plan that addresses infrastructure rebuilding.
💡 Hint: Think about collaborative approaches and long-term investments.
Evaluate the role of government intervention in optimizing recovery from natural hazards. What policies can be instituted?
💡 Hint: Consider how different levels of government can work together.
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