GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

NATURAL HAZARDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Engineers have been asked to develop a plan to reduce the effects of hurricanes on a coastal community. Which is the first step engineers should take when developing a plan to reduce the effects of a natural hazard?
A
identify a need
B
propose a solution
C
evaluate a solution
D
determine criteria and constraints
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Earthquake engineering is an interdisciplinary branch of engineering that designs and analyzes structures, such as buildings and bridges, with earthquakes in mind.

Detailed explanation-2: -Accordingly, the most effective way to mitigate the damage of earthquakes from an engineering standpoint is to design and construct structures capable of withstanding strong ground motions.

Detailed explanation-3: -Awareness, education, preparedness, and prediction and warning systems can reduce the disruptive impacts of a natural disaster on communities. Mitigation measures such as adoption of zoning, land-use practices, and building codes are needed, however, to prevent or reduce actual damage from hazards.

Detailed explanation-4: -Drinking water (at least one gallon per person per day) Nonperishable food, such as canned veggies and protein bars. Manual can opener. Flashlights or portable lanterns and extra batteries. First aid kit. A crank-or battery-powered radio. More items

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