8.4 - Impact of Natural Hazards
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Practice Questions
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What are some of the social impacts of natural hazards?
💡 Hint: Think about how these events personally affect people.
Name one economic impact of natural hazards.
💡 Hint: Consider what gets damaged during a disaster.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What term describes the human consequences of natural hazards, such as loss of life and injuries?
💡 Hint: Look at the core effects on people.
True or False: Economic impacts of natural hazards only refer to immediate losses.
💡 Hint: Consider the ongoing effects of disasters.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a community plan that addresses both social and economic recovery after a natural hazard. Outline specific strategies to support vulnerable populations.
💡 Hint: Think about how different sectors can collaborate.
Analyze the potential long-term environmental impacts of repeated flooding in a specific region and suggest mitigative measures.
💡 Hint: Consider how to prevent the problems from getting worse.
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