Hazardous Earth Case Study Flashcards
What department issues weather forecasts and warnings in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh’s Meteorological Department
The forecasts are disseminated via TV and radio.
What is a significant issue regarding access to weather forecasts outside Dhaka?
Few people have access to forecasts
This limits the effectiveness of the weather warnings.
How much does Bangladesh spend annually on satellite technology for cyclone tracking?
$12 million
What was the impact of Cyclone Bhola in 1970 on cyclone management in Bangladesh?
Development of an early warning system
This system enables communities to be evacuated in advance of cyclones.
How many cyclone warning volunteers are there in Bangladesh?
45,000
These volunteers play a crucial role in disseminating warnings and assisting evacuations.
How many cyclone shelters are available in the coastal districts of Bangladesh?
3,500 shelters
Each shelter can accommodate up to 5,000 people.
What is the correlation between cyclone shelters and death rates during cyclones?
Death rates are double where there are no shelters
This highlights the importance of having adequate shelter infrastructure.
What type of infrastructure has been built to protect against storm surges?
Embankments
These structures provide some level of protection, but total protection is impossible.
What challenges does Bangladesh face in providing total protection against cyclones?
400 km of coastline & thousands of km of low-lying rivers
These geographical features make complete protection from cyclones impractical.
