The Diaster Response Curve Has Contributed To Improved Understanding And Therefore Management Of The Impact Of Tropical Storms

Question 1

What are the main managements of a tropical storm?

Answer 1

Early warning
Tracking
Evacuation
Exclusion zones

Question 2

What can better buildings in pre disaster mean?

Answer 2

Concrete buildings are less likely to be swept away - less needed for reconstruction

Question 3

What can prediction and warning in pre disaster mean?

Answer 3

Monitor/predict their intensity therefore evacuate correctly to shelters etc

Question 4

Preparedness pre disaster?

Answer 4

If communities are prepared and know what to do in event of a hazard, they will respond effectively minimising the damage

Question 5

Land use landing pre disaster?

Answer 5

Build homes further away from coasts so aren’t caught out by floods etc