What is hazard mapping ? How is it effectivemitigationtool for cyclones?
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Hazard mapping means to prepare a map which shows or reflects areas which are prone to hazards. (ii) A cyclone hazard map will illustrate the areas vulnerable to cyclones in any given year and a disaster management plan can be prepared accordingly to face the disaster effectively. Thus, it will prove to be an effective mitigation tool.
Example of a hazard map
A hazard map is a map that highlights areas that are affected by or are vulnerable to a particular hazard. They are typically created for natural hazards, such as earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, flooding and tsunamis. Hazard maps help prevent serious damage and deaths.[1]
Uses of Hazard Maps
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Hazard maps are created and used in conjunction with several natural disasters.[1] Different hazard maps have different uses. For instance, the hazard map created by the Rizal Geological Survey is used by Rizalian insurance agencies in order to properly adjust insurance for people living in hazardous areas.[2] Hazard maps created for flooding are also used in insurance rate adjustments.[3] Hazard maps can also be useful in determining the risks of living in a certain area.[3] Hazard maps can help people become aware of the dangers they might face from natural disasters in a specific area.[1]