A tropical cyclone is a rapidly rotating storm system characterized by a low-pressure center, a closed low-level wind circulation, strong winds, and a spiral arrangement of thunderstorms that produce heavy rain. The term tropical refers to the geographical origin of these systems, which form almost exclusively over tropical seas. In addition to strong winds and […]
A tsunami is a series of waves or surges that are caused due to sea floor displacement. Tsunami has an associated force that causes the sea-floor to move abruptly resulting in sudden displacement of ocean water in the form of high vertical waves. The impact of this movement on nearby coasts, property and lives can
Earthquakes are unpredictable, not uniform in time or space, and can be of various magnitudes. Therefore, mitigation measures for earthquakes should incorporate the diverse characteristics of these natural hazards. Government bodies and non-profit organizations offer different programs on mitigation techniques through education, training, drills, etc. It is not possible to prevent the occurrence of an
It becomes a calamity when it strikes the areas of high density of population. It not only damages and destroys the settlements, infrastructure, transport and communication network, industries and other developmental activities but also robs the population of their material and socio-cultural gains that they have preserved over generations. It renders them homeless, which puts
Earthquakes originate due to the breakage of fault lines and at irregular intervals, which makes them unpredictable. The worst part is earthquakes can happen anywhere and anytime, and we never know when we will be affected. These earthquakes result from a series of earth movements brought about by a sudden release of energy during the
Natural disasters can significantly impact a country’s socio-economic development, often leading to a humanitarian crisis. India is particularly sensitive to natural hazards due to high population density and rapid economic growth in coastal areas. Natural hazards present a broad array of challenges for the country, from direct impacts on local communities, through loss of life
The World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction is a series of United Nations conferences focusing on disaster and climate risk management in the context of sustainable development. The World Conference has been convened three times, with each edition to date having been hosted by Japan: in Yokohama in 1994, in Hyogo in 2005 and in
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The natural disaster category being divided into six disaster groups: Biological, Geophysical, Meteorological, Hydrological, Climatological, and Extra-Terrestrial. Atmospheric: This category of natural disaster has its own natural characteristics, geographic region where it occurs, time of year it is most likely to happen, harshness, and related risk. Terrestrial: Earthquakes, Volcanic eruptions, Landslides, Avalanches, Subsidence, Soil Erosion
Disasters are sudden, unanticipated tragedies that may be caused by nature, such as tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes and floods. Humans also cause disasters by accidents such as explosions, transportation accidents and fires. Other human causes include war, terrorism and epidemics. Disasters can also be man-made. These disasters include chemical explosions, oil spills and nuclear power plant
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Soil Conservation is a broad discipline that employs various practices to prevent the unsustainable use and deterioration of the soil’s resources. In its broader sense, Soil Conservation represents a sustainable management approach to ensure profitable agriculture as well as environmental protection. Soil erosion is essentially aggravated by faulty practices. The first step in any rational
