Multi Hazardous Area Flashcards
1
Q
Where and hazards
A
Philippines Earthquakes Tsunamis Tropical storms volcanoes
2
Q
Why?
A
8th most exposed country
Average 19.7 billion damage a year
1,008 killed a year
Average of 10 disasters a year
3
Q
Consequences
A
Lack of economic development
Government struggles to protect from all hazards as they create different effects
4
Q
What is NDCC
A
national disaster co ordination council Responsible for prepairing, prevention and mitigation Coordinates local council UN shares tools for prediction Increase public awareness
