1.2.1natural Disasters Geological
1.2.1natural Disasters Geological
1.2.1natural Disasters Geological
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NATURAL DISASTERS
NATURAL DISASTER
• Can be predicted with reasonable accuracy with advances in modern
technology
• E.g. Cyclones have become very predictable with remote sensing
ii. Dormant
iii. Extinct
Snow mobiles
Animals
• Once triggered it moves down very rapidly due to gravity – increases in size &
mass collecting material including trees and debris on it’s way
• Common in many mountain ranges, particularly during winter or spring
DAMAGES AND PRECAUTIONS
• Damages:
• Can cause severe damage & loss of
life
• Great destructive capability due to
large mass of snow it accumulates &
its capacity to carry rock materials,
trees & debris
• If people get caught in the path of
avalanche they may not survive
• Precautions:
• Look for avalanche warning signal &
avoid being on hill slopes