Yurrrr Flashcards
What tectonic plates meet in Italy?
African and Eurasian plates
What is one of the most active volcanoes in the world?
Mount Etna
What local-scale success has Italy achieved regarding Mount Etna?
Slowing and diverting lava flows
What are earth barriers used for in volcanic hazard mitigation?
To slow and divert lava flows
What role does monitoring play in mitigating eruption hazards?
Provides accurate information for decision-making
What is the Volcano Risk Service (CFCRV) responsible for?
Monitoring and analyzing eruption patterns
Name one method used for constant monitoring of volcanoes.
Seismometers
What type of information is issued in daily and weekly bulletins?
Monitoring data and alerts
What does the alert-level sequence help with?
Understanding by emergency services and communities
What action is taken when airports are threatened by volcanic ash?
Closure of airports and air space
What type of building modification can help with ash fall?
Adding a pitched roof to a flat roof
What has been the impact of frequent eruptions on infrastructure?
Destruction of houses, farms, and facilities
How does the Italian government respond to volcanic damage?
Compensates individuals and restores infrastructure
What is a significant challenge posed by Vesuvius?
Its location close to Naples and explosive eruption history
How many people live in the ‘red-zone’ near Vesuvius?
600,000 people
What is the survival rate concern in the ‘red-zone’ during an eruption?
Low survival rates
What is the confidence level regarding eruption prediction for Vesuvius?
Low confidence
What is a criticism of the evacuation plans for Vesuvius?
Inadequate and poorly understood
Why is evacuation considered an economic gamble?
False alarms being expensive mistakes
