Natural Hazards

What category does earthquakes belong to?

• Hydrological Hazard

• Meteorological Hazard

• Geological Hazard

• Biological Hazard

What is the main factor that contributes to the spread of wildfires?

• Wet conditions

• High humidity

• Dry conditions

• Gas

What are the main dangers associated with heat waves?

• Frostbite, hypothermia, pneumonia

• Food poisoning, allergic reactions, broken bones

• Dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke

• Sunburn, skin cancer, vitamin D deficiency

What is the Richter scale used to measure in relation to earthquakes?

• depth of earthquakes

• speed of earthquakes

• magnitude of earthquakes

• frequency of earthquakes

What preventive measures can be taken to reduce the risk of wildfires?

• Follow local fire regulations

• Water plants more frequently

• Start controlled burns in residential areas

• Throw lit matches into dry grasslands