2.11 - California Human/Physical Hazards Flashcards
1
Q
What is the name of the fault in California and where does it run?
A
San Andreas
Throughout California and near the coast (more prone to landslides)
2
Q
Type of California plate boundary?
A
Transformative
3
Q
What stresses are there?
A
Small EQs by transformative boundary and big EQs
4
Q
What large attraction increases risk and how?
A
Disney World near San Andreas fault line
Thousands of visitors
Gas and water pipes may burst due to P/S/L waves distorting ground
5
Q
Other human factors increasing risk?
A
Roads being built on cliffs weakens slope and increases stress
People at risk
Road will be destroyed if collapsed so economic losses due to transportation of goods
