Natural Hazards

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What is a natural hazard?

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A natural hazard is a natural process or event that can cause harm to people, property, or the environment.

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What is the difference between a natural hazard and a disaster?

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A natural hazard becomes a disaster when it causes significant harm to people or property.

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Can natural hazards be predicted?

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Some natural hazards can be predicted (like hurricanes), but most cannot be completely stopped.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's crust that move and interact, causing earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is the shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm with strong winds and heavy rain, typically forming over warm ocean waters.

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What is a tsunami?

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A tsunami is a series of ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

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What does it mean when something 'spreads like wildfire'?

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It means that it spreads quickly and uncontrollably.

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What is a volcanic eruption?

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A volcanic eruption is the release of magma, gas, and ash from a volcano.