Environmental Hazards Flashcards
Exam Question - For a volcanic hazard that you have studied describe in detail the effects of the eruption. (6 marks)
We studied Mount Niryagongo volcano. The heat from the lava flow made approximately 120,000 were made homeless. The volcano destroyed the agricultural land which resulted in the loss of fertile land decreasing the ability of the area to produce crops. Approximately 150 people died from the lava as it travelled around 30-40mph down the sides of Mount Niryagongo. Approximately 400,000 people fled the country.
Exam Question - Describe the location of where tropical storms form? (4 marks)
Hurricanes occur when the sea temperature is above 30°C. In the Caribbean in areas such as Jamaica. They also occur along the South-East Coast of the USA, affecting areas such as Florida. Typhoons are found in South East Africa across the Indian Ocean, including Coastal India and Bangladesh.
What is a Tropical Storm
A very intense low pressure wind system, forming over tropical oceans with winds of hurricane force.
What was the wind speed (mph) when the typhoon made landfall?
The wind speed reached up to 195mph
The amount of people killed by the storm?
5000 people were immediately killed from the storm itself.
How many tonnes of aid were delivered?
200 tonnes of aid was delivered.
How many people were injured by Typhoon Haiyan?
26,000 people were injured by Typhoon Haiyan
How many homes (in millions) were damaged by the storm?
1 million homes were damaged by the storm.
How many people were left homeless (in millions)?
4.5 million people were left homeless after the storm.
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