Unit 4 - Case Studies (Mount Rainier - Mitigation Strategies) Flashcards
Where is Mount Rainier located?
Washington State, USA
What is the volcano classified as?
A decade volcano
Who invested huge financial and technological resources in reducing the vulnerability of the population?
The US government, through organisations such as the USGS and FEMA
How many people are potentially at risk?
3.5 million people
What does satellite and remote sensors measure?
They monitor and measure ground deformation, groundwater temperature, gas emissions an seismic activity
Why have they decided to start hazard mapping?
Hazard mapping of likely lahar and pyroclastic flow routes has been used to implement and enforce rigorous planning restrictions to reduce possible casualties
What will the installation of a high tech lahar detection and warning system do?
Send alerts to schools, homes and businesses via phone, email, siren etc… People should get 45 minute to 3 hour warnings
Evacuation routes…
…are clearly marked for residents and visitors
