Mitigation of tectonic hazards

Question 1

How can monitoring be an earthquake mitigation strat

Answer 1

A network of seismometers monitor and record earthquakes
Tsunamis are monitored by floating ocean buoys to detect early tsunami waves

Question 2

How can protection be an earthquake monitoring strat

Answer 2

Using earthquake resistant engineering of infrastructure and buildings can significantly reduce risk
Seawalls can provide protection from some tsunamis

Question 3

How can prediction be an earthquake monitoring strat

Answer 3

Historical records can help identify the prone areas

Question 4

How can Planning be an earthquake monitoring strat

Answer 4

Hazard mapping is used to identify lower risk areas and high value buildings such as hospitals

Question 5

How can monitoring be an Volcanic eruption monitoring strat

Answer 5

Seismometers detect and record microquakes
Tilitmeteres ro monitor deformation of the ground as magma rises
Instruments to monitor radon and sulphur gas emissions

Question 6

How can planning be an Volcanic eruption monitoring strat

Answer 6

Hazard mapping is used to identify areas to control development and plan evacuation routes

Question 7

How can protection be an Volcanic eruption monitoring strat

Answer 7

Earth embankments can be used to divert lava flow
Weris and small dams can be used to control lahars