Natural Hazards and Disasters

A disaster is an undesirable occurrence

A disaster is an undesirable occurrence caused by forces largely outside human control that strikes quickly, disrupts life and property, and requires

A natural hazard is a feature

A natural hazard is a feature or condition in nature that has the potential to cause harm, such as steep Himalayan slopes, ocean currents, or extreme

The global concern over disasters

The global concern over disasters was raised in 1989 and formalised at Yokohama in May 1994. The conference declared 1990 to 2000 as the International

The Indian plate moves north

The Indian plate moves north and northeast at 1 cm per year and is obstructed by the Eurasian plate, creating stress along the Himalayan arch. India w

A tsunami is a series

A tsunami is a series of high sea waves caused by sudden movement of the sea floor during earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. In deep water the impact