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A hazard is a potential threat to human life and property. A natural hazard can be either hydro-meteorological (caused by climatic processes) or geophysical (caused by land processes).
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Oct 3, 2024 · A hazard is an event which has the potential to cause harm to the environment, people or the economy. A natural hazard is an event caused by environmental processes and would occur without the presence of humans. The term hazard is used because of the potential impact when the natural event interacts with humans.
The Concept of Hazard A hazard is a potential threat to human life and property caused by an event. There are three major types of geographical hazard: Geophysical hazards caused by land processes , majorly tectonic plates (e.g. volcanoes) Atmospheric hazards caused by atmospheric processes
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Natural hazards are extreme natural events that can cause loss of life, extreme damage to property and disrupt human activities. Some natural hazards, such as flooding, can happen anywhere in the...
There are a number of hazards caused by plate tectonics including earthquakes and tsunamis. Earthquakes have both primary effects (such as the destruction of buildings) and secondary...
The two main types of natural hazards are tectonic and climatic. Natural hazards can have economic, social and environmental consequences. The risks of these occurring can vary greatly. Part of...
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Jan 7, 2019 · Below you will find a non-exhaustive list of hazards that can be found in a range of work environments. The aim of this guide is to help you understand the different categories of hazards, so you can confidently identify them in your workplace. How to Manage Hazards in Your Workplace.