FAQ’s – Natural Disaster

1. Define Natural Disaster.

Any large-scale destructive events caused by changes in the natural systems of the environmental process are called as natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, etc.

2. What are the 3 Effects of Disaster?

The three main effects of disasters are; loss of life, loss of economy, and environmental degradation.

3. How Many Types of Natural Disasters Are There?

There are six types of natural disasters i.e. geological, hydrological, meteorological, space, biological and other natural disasters.

4. What is a Natural Disaster and its Causes?

Any disaster that is formed due to disturbances in the environment or ecosystem can be called a natural disaster. The causes can range from climatic changes to environmental disturbances, etc.

5. What is Natural Disaster Management?

The process by which preparation for response and recovery from a natural disaster is done by proper planning, coordination and implementation is called natural disaster management.

Natural disasters are disastrous events that are unavoidable and can cause huge-scale destruction. Natural disasters are often the result of various geological and environmental changes that cause disturbances to the normal functioning of all the natural systems around us. Natural disasters mostly lead to severe damage to the lives and well-being of living communities. To deal with such large-scale destruction caused by natural disasters, it is important to prepare effective disaster management plans earlier.