effects of tropical storms Flashcards
primary effects -how strong were the winds
74 mph
primary effects - a hazards made by tropical storms
tornadoes
primary effects flooding caused by what
heavy rain
primary effects what kind of rainfall occurred
torrential rainfall
storm surges - primary effects
when sea levels increase due to storm and can travel inland
secondary effects landslides
ground movement or rock fall usually downslope
primary effects infrastructure
this can lead to roads being cut off and no power supplies
secondary effects diseases
water borne diseases may spread
secondary effects roads
due to landslide roads may be block which may delay help
immediate responses’ TVs
TV broadcasters may give out warnings to the community
immediate responses’ distribution
water and food will be given out straight away
immediate responses’ shelters
emergency shelters may be set up for those affected
international help medium responses
international help