Natural Hazards Flashcards
What is a natural hazard?
A natural process which could cause death, injury or disruption to humans or destroy property and possessions
What is a natural disaster?
A natural hazard that has actually happened
What are the two main types of natural hazards?
Geological hazards and Meteorological hazards
What is a geological hazard?
A hazard caused by land and tectonic processes
What are two examples of geological hazards?
Volcanoes and earthquakes
What is a meteorological hazard?
A hazard caused by weather and climate
What are two examples of meteorological hazards ?
Tropical storms and extreme weather
Types of natural hazards
earthquake, tornado, flood, landslide, hurricane, volcano, tsunami, drought and wildfires.
Factors affecting hazard risk.
An increase in the frequency and magnitude of the natural hazard
