1.8 Disaster Trends and Hazard Profiles Flashcards
1
Q
how have disaster trends changed?
(2 points)
A
the number of reported natural disasters have increased
the number of geophysical disasters has remained constant
2
Q
why have the number of reported natural disasters increased?
A
there is better monitoring and reporting of them
e.g. Japan 2011 tsunami was broadcast on live TV
3
Q
why are there varied impacts of natural hazards?
(4 points)
A
HICs are better at coping than LICs
technological developments - DART
data is often incomplete because the focus is on rescue
HICs usually face higher economic costs
4
Q
what does a hazard profile show?
(F’ing DAMPS)
A
Frequency
Duration
Areal extent
Magnitude
Predictability
Speed of onset
