Question

Describe or define natural hazards and give at least 3 examples.

Answer 1

A natural hazard is an event in the environment that occurs naturally that could cause harm to humans, economic assets or environment.

Step-by-step explanation:

Natural hazards can be categorized into 3 types on the basis of their origin on earth.

1. Geological hazards : Earthquakes, Tsunami

2. Climatic hazards : Cyclones, Droughts

3. Biological hazards : Epidemics, Extinction of flora or fauna on a large scale

Answer 2

A natural disaster is a major adverse event resulting from natural processes of the Earth; examples include firestorms, duststorms, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, tsunamis, storms, and other geologic processes.