Different Kinds of Disasters Flashcards
1
Q
NATURAL DISASTERS
A
- Events caused by natural forces or processes
2
Q
MAN-MADE DISASTERS
A
- Events primarily resulting from human actions or negligence.
3
Q
HEALTH EMERGENCIES
A
- Emergencies related to infectious diseases and public health.
4
Q
ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES
A
- Changes in the environment, including long-term shifts in
climate patterns.
5
Q
SOCIAL AND POLITICAL FACTORS
A
- Disasters arise from social and political factors, including armed conflicts and societal vulnerabilities.