hazards Flashcards
1
Q
what is a hazard
A
a perceived natural event that can potentially threaten life and property
2
Q
when is a natural event not a hazard
A
if it does affect life/ people.
3
Q
what is nuees ardentes
A
flow of ash a from a volcano;
4
Q
what are some examples of hydrological hazards
A
coastal flooding
glacial flooding
river flooding
5
Q
what are the 3 types of hazard
A
geophysical, hydrological, atmospheric
6
Q
what are some examples of atmospheric hazards
A
fires
high winds/ hurricanes
storm surges
7
Q
what is a disatster
A
the realisation of a hazard when it causes significant impact on vulnerable population the hazard exceeds the capacity and resilience level of the population
8
Q
what is meant by vulnerability
A
the risk of exposure to hazards combined with an inability to cope with them
