Natural Hazards Flashcards
1
Q
What are Natural Hazards?
A
Natural hazards are extreme natural events that can cause loss of life, extreme damage to property and disrupt human activities.
2
Q
Name some examples of Natural Hazards?
A
Earthquakes Storms Tsunami Landslides Floods
3
Q
Name some factors that affect risk?
A
- Climate Change - More energy due to heat leads to intensity to increase
- Poverty - Lack of defences or protection (lack of regulations)
- Urbanisation - Lots of people in a smaller area
