Geography - Why do people live at risk from tectonic hazards?
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- Created on: 30-06-19 16:31
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- Why people live at risk from natural hazards
- Poor people have no choice - money, food and family are seen as more important.
- Some people have no experience or knowledge of the risks.
- Volcanoes can bring benefits such as fertile soil, rich mineral deposits and hot water.
- Earthquake resistant buildings designs reduce risk.
- Earthqaukes and volcanic eruptions are rare, so not perceived as a great threat.
- Geothermal energy provides energy for the area.
- farming the nutrient-rich soils helps agriculture.
- Mining provides energy and income
- Tourism creates jobs and provides income.
- It may be cheaper to stay than to move
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