Mt Nyiragongo, Congo Flashcards
(21 cards)
What are the reasons people take the risk of living near volcanoes?
People take the risk of living near volcanoes because of:
* altitude
* rich fertile soils
* extended growing season (farming)
What are primary hazards associated with living near volcanoes?
Primary hazards include:
* volcanic gases
* lava
What is a significant vulnerability for people living near volcanoes?
People are very vulnerable to toxic gases and lava threats.
What type of plate boundary is associated with the volcano mentioned?
The plate boundary is constructive
What are examples of secondary hazards from volcanic activity?
Secondary hazards include:
* lava with sulfur entering lake
* toxic lava in land
What are some primary impacts of volcanic eruptions?
Primary impacts include:
* lava flows - damaged crops and livestock
*250 dead
*No drinking water
What is a crucial aspect of long-term management for volcanic eruptions?
Preparation, including early warning systems, Planning - evacuation plans, prediction observation center .
When did it happen
January 2002
Fill in the blank: Eruptions have occurred over _____ times.
30
What was the total number of people evacuated due to the volcanic eruptions?
Approximately 400,000 people were evacuated.
What were the environmental impacts of the volcanic eruptions?
Environmental impacts included:
* lake Hivu was poisoned
* contaminated water
*Water temperature increased - released toxic gasses
What organization sent 260 tonnes of food in response to the eruption?
The United Nations sent 260 tonnes of food.
What health issues arose due to the volcanic activity?
Respiratory issues due to toxic gases were a health concern.
What was a significant short-term response strategy to the eruption?
evacuation.
True or False: Scientists were ignored before the eruption warnings.
True
What assistance did Médecins sans Frontières provide?
Médecins sans Frontières provided emergency medical assistance and vaccines. - measles
What caused cholera outbreaks following the volcanic eruptions?
Cholera outbreaks were caused by contaminated water.
What were the consequences of the lava entering the water?
The consequences included poisoning of lake Hivu.
Fill in the blank: The eruption resulted in _____ homeless individuals.
120,000
What type of volcano is mentioned in the text?
Shield volcano
What is the characteristic of lava mentioned in the text?
Lava is very fluid and fast (90 km/h).
