Disaster Management — Flashcards
Gujarat Board · Class 9 · Social Science
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What is a disaster? Define with key characteristics.
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A disaster is a natural or man-induced event that causes extensive damage to life and property over a large area. Key characteristics: (1) May be natural or man-made (2) Causes devastation and destruc…
What are the two main categories of disasters? Give examples of each.
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1. Natural Disasters: Floods, cyclones, tsunamis, droughts, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, forest fires. 2. Man-induced Disasters: Industrial accidents, bomb explosions, riots, terrorist attacks, fi…
Which natural disasters can be forecasted and which cannot?
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Can be forecasted: Floods, cyclones, tsunamis, droughts. Cannot be forecasted: Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, forest fires. This difference is important for disaster preparedness and early warning s…
List 5 important things to do during a flood.
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1. Collect precious items and move to a safer place 2. Store water, food, candles, matches in waterproof containers 3. Keep children fed 4. Keep radio and mobile phone with you 5. Be aware of snakes a…
What should you NOT do during a flood? List 3 important don'ts.
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1. Do not eat food prepared in flood water 2. Do not move out without collecting authentic information about routes 3. After flood recedes, do not drink unboiled water…
What are cyclones called in different parts of the world?
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India: Cyclone, USA: Hurricane and Tornado, China and Japan coasts: Typhoon. All are severe atmospheric storms created due to unequal atmospheric pressure.
What preparations should be made before a cyclone hits?
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1. Monitor TV/Radio news bulletins 2. Keep extra batteries for radio 3. Fully charge mobile phones and power backup 4. Store additional food, water, and medicines 5. Follow rescue team instructions 6.
What is an earthquake and what causes it?
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An earthquake is the shaking of the earth's surface caused by tectonic activities in the earth's interior. It occurs in regions with weaker relief on the earth's surface. Earthquakes cannot be forecas…
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