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Topic: Tectonic Hazards - Volcanoes
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I know that volcanic eruptions can vary in intensity and type
I know details about specific volcanoes in LEDCs & MEDCs
I know that LEDCs are less well prepared for eruptions. They often rely on
aid when they occur.
I know that MEDCs are better prepared for eruptions but that damage can
still be severe.
I know a variety of ways in which people can prepare for volcanic eruptions
I know that eruptions have economic, social and environmental impacts
I know what short term impacts are
I know that a long term recovery programme is often necessary
I know why people continue to live in areas prone to volcanic eruptions
Case study: I know about a volcanic event in a LEDC (Merapi in Indonesia)
Case study: I know about a volcanic event in a MEDC (Etna in Italy)
Topic: Tectonic Hazards - Earthquakes
I know that earthquakes can vary in intensity and magnitude
I know details about specific earthquakes in LEDCs & MEDCs
I know that LEDCs are less well prepared for earthquakes. They often rely
on aid when they occur.
I know that MEDCs are better prepared for earthquakes but that damage
can still be severe.
I know a variety of ways in which people can prepare for earthquakes
I know how countries respond to the immediate effects of an earthquake
I know how important it is to plan a long-term recovery programme
I know why people continue to live in areas prone to earthquakes
Case study: I know about an earthquake event in a LEDC (Boxing Day
Tsunami in Indonesia)
Case study: I know about an earthquake event in a MEDC (L’Aquila in Italy
but could also use Christchurch in New Zealand)
Topic: Climatic Hazards
I understand the causes of drought
I know that drought can be short-lived but that it can also last for extended
periods
I know that the severity of the effects of drought is dependent on its
location
I know that LEDCs struggle to cope with severe drought but that some
measures can be taken to reduce the impact (e.g. Sahel)
I know that MEDCs are experiencing drought on a more regular basis and
that they are beginning to introduce measures to reduce the effects
I know the physical factors that allow tropical storms to develop
I know that tropical storms are seasonal and that they vary in strength
I know that tropical storms are called different things in different parts of
the world
I know that the impact of tropical storms is dependent on where they
strike
I know that MEDCs have well developed warning systems and
sophisticated response systems
I know that LEDCs have less developed warning systems and their response
systems are more limited
Case study: I know about one climatic hazard in a LEDC (Drought in the
Sahel, Africa)
Case study: I know about one climatic hazard in a MEDC (Hurricane Katrina
in New Orleans)
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