1.2 - Kashmir Flashcards
What does the Pressure & Release (PAR) model explain?
It explains how disasters occur when natural hazards affect vulnerable people.
What are the three elements of the Pressure & Release (PAR) model?
Root causes, dynamic pressures, and unsafe conditions.
Give an example of a root cause in the PAR model.
Limited access to power, resources, and basic infrastructure.
What role do dynamic pressures play in the PAR model?
They translate root causes into unsafe conditions by creating a lack of preparedness.
How does the PAR model help in disaster management?
By identifying vulnerabilities and guiding mitigation efforts.
What was a significant trigger of the Kashmir earthquake?
The collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates.
In what year did the Kashmir earthquake occur?
2005.
Which regions were primarily affected by the Kashmir earthquake?
Northern Pakistan and parts of India.
How many people were killed in the Kashmir earthquake?
Approximately 86,000 people.
What were the primary impacts of the Kashmir earthquake?
Collapsed buildings, infrastructure damage, and displacement of millions.
What factors contributed to the high death toll in the Kashmir earthquake?
Poor construction standards and remote mountainous terrain.
What international aid was provided after the Kashmir earthquake?
Financial support, medical aid, and search-and-rescue teams.
Why was it difficult to reach affected areas after the earthquake?
Due to landslides and damaged infrastructure.
How did the earthquake impact education in the region?
Many schools were destroyed, disrupting education for thousands.
What long-term recovery efforts were needed after the earthquake?
Rebuilding infrastructure, improving building regulations, and disaster preparedness training.
