Types of Natural Hazard Flashcards

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What is a natural hazard?

A natural event or process that threatens people or property (causes loss of life, injury or damage).

What is a natural disaster?

A natural hazard that has actually happened and caused significant damage, injury or loss of life.

What are the two main categories of natural hazard?

Tectonic (geological) hazards and atmospheric (meteorological) hazards.

True or false? An oil spill is an example of a natural hazard.

False. An oil spill is caused by human activity, not a natural process, so it is not a natural hazard.

Give two examples of tectonic (geological) hazards.

Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions (tsunamis also count).

Give two examples of atmospheric (weather) hazards.

Tropical storms (hurricanes) and droughts (also: tornadoes, blizzards and extreme heat).