Natural Disasters Flashcards

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Give 5 examples of natural disasters which impact food security (DFCTT)

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  • droughts
  • floods
  • cyclones
  • typhoons
  • tsunamis
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What happens during drought?

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The water supply of small landholders can dry up leaving them without water for food crops

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What can typhoons and tropical storms do?

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Can wipe out food crops and fishing industries in coastal regions

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