How can tectonic hazards be managed?

Question 1

What are the three ways tectonic hazards can be managed?

Answer 1

1. modify the event
2. modify the vulnerability
3. modify the loss

Question 2

Two strategies for modifying the event?

Answer 2

1. lava diversion/draining

2. coastal environment strategies

Question 3

Description of the lava diversion?

Answer 3

diverting lava flows away from people and buildings by either use of explosives or spraying the lava with sea water

Question 4

example of when lava diversion has been used?

Answer 4

Mount Etna eruption in May 1983, only a partial success as only stopped it for a little bit

Question 5

Description of coastal environment strategies?

Answer 5

aims to modify the coastal environment to reduce tsunami risk. can be achieved by mangroves and sea walls which act as buffers

Question 6

Why is it impossible to modify the event in the case of earthquakes ?

Answer 6

earthquakes cannot be reliably predicted and once they start they cannot be stopped

Question 7

Four strategies that modify the vulnerability?

Answer 7

1. predicition/ forcasting
2. land use zoning
3. building design
4. community prepardness

Question 8

Two strategies which modify the loss?

Answer 8

1. Aid

2. Insurance