Living with Volcanoes in Italy (MANAGEMENT) Case Study - H. E.

Question 1

How have Italy attempted to modify the event of a volcanic eruption?

Answer 1

Diverting lava flows from Mount Etna with earth barriers, large concrete blocks and channels

Question 2

On what scale have Italy’s attempts to modify the event been successful?

Answer 2

Local scale

Question 3

What is highly significant in Italy’s modification of its vulnerability? Why?

Answer 3

Monitoring as it provides accurate information to the Volcano Risk Service

Question 4

Outline the six main points of the CFCRV.

Answer 4

• Long-term analysis of eruption patterns
• International comparison
• Constant monitoring
• Established alert-level sequence
• Closure of airspace
• Research onto effective building design for resisting ash fall

Question 5

Is Italy well practiced with dealing with volcanic hazards?

Answer 5

Yes as eruptions happen often

Question 6

Is Italy’s preparedness a guarantee?

Answer 6

No as houses, farms, livestock and citrus groves have been lost in recent events

Question 7

How does the Italian government vary from the Indonesian government in regards to modifying loss?

Answer 7

Italy has the resources to compensate individuals and businesses, and restore infrastructure

Question 8

Hoe have causalities been reduced in Italy?

Answer 8

• Evacuation
• Accurate data
• Trained public services