Flood waters can pose health risks such as contaminated water and food supplies.
Loss of shelter leaves people vulnerable to insect exposure, heat, and other environmental hazards.
The majority of deaths associated with tsunamis are related to drownings, but traumatic injuries are also a primary concern?
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After the rescue of survivors, the primary public health concerns are clean drinking water, food, shelter, and medical care for injuries.
Flood waters can pose health risks such as contaminated water and food supplies.
Loss of shelter leaves people vulnerable to insect exposure, heat, and other environmental hazards.
The majority of deaths associated with tsunamis are related to drownings, but traumatic injuries are also a primary concern. Injuries such as broken limbs and head injuries are caused by the physical impact of people being washed into debris such as houses, trees, and other stationary items. As the water recedes, the strong suction of debris being pulled into large populated areas can further cause injuries and undermine buildings and services.
Medical care is critical in areas where little medical care exists.