Notes and Study material for Exams
Understanding Landslides: Causes, Consequences, and Prevention Landslides, also known as slope failures, are a common and often devastating natural hazard. They occur when a mass of rock, soil, or debris moves downhill under the influence of gravity. These events can range in size from small, localized slumps to massive, catastrophic flows that can bury entire … Read more
A tsunami is a very long-wavelength wave of water that is generated by sudden displacement of the seafloor or disruption of any body of standing water. Tsunami are sometimes called “seismic sea waves“, although they can be generated by mechanisms other than Earthquakes. Tsunami have also been called “tidal waves”, but this … Read more
Disaster Management History shows that India is exposed to national disasters. INFRASTRUCTURE; and other efforts to make the community more resilient to a catastrophic event. Preparedness Preparedness focuses on understanding how a disaster might impact the community and how education, outreach and training can build capacity to respond to and recover from a disaster. This … Read more
Understanding Cloudbursts: Phenomenon, Impact, and Response Cloudbursts, sudden and intense bursts of rainfall concentrated in a small area, are a dramatic and often destructive weather phenomenon. While the term “cloudburst” is not formally defined in meteorology, it generally refers to a rainfall event exceeding 100 millimeters (4 inches) per hour, often occurring over a short … Read more
Understanding Tsunamis: A Comprehensive Guide Tsunamis, often referred to as “tidal waves,” are a devastating force of nature capable of causing widespread destruction and loss of life. These giant waves, triggered by sudden disturbances in large bodies of water, can travel thousands of miles across oceans, wreaking havoc upon coastal communities. This comprehensive guide delves … Read more