EARTH SCIENCE
NATURAL HAZARDS
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Question
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There is currently no technology
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Build buildings in circles with surrounding walls
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Build buildings out of renewable resources
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Elevate buildings and cities; build flood walls
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Detailed explanation-1: -Technologies exist today to allow older buildings to be retrofitted to become more hurricane resistant. These technologies include reinforcing gabled roofs, creating secondary water barriers in roofs, and installing hurricane straps and clips to ensure a roof stays in place despite high winds.
Detailed explanation-2: -Satellite drones can help obtain direct images from disaster sites to aid in rescue operations and disaster management. High-quality satellite imagery can help first responders assess the severity of certain natural disasters.
Detailed explanation-3: -For example, satellite imagery can be used to assess damage after a hurricane or earthquake. GPS tracking can be used to locate people who are stranded or lost. And mobile apps can provide real-time updates on conditions in affected areas.
Detailed explanation-4: -Hazard mapping. Adoption and enforcement of land use and zoning practices. Implementing and enforcing building codes. Flood plain mapping. Reinforced tornado safe rooms. Burying of electrical cables to prevent ice build-up. Raising of homes in flood-prone areas. More items •22-Dec-2015