Earthquakes - Effects and Responses 0.0 / 5 ? GeographyNatural hazardsGCSEAQA Created by: i13ekilcullenCreated on: 14-06-17 20:32 Primary Effects Buildings and bridges collapse, and homes are destroyed People are injured or killed by collapsing buildings or falling debris Roads, railways, ports and airports are damaged Electricity cables, communications networks and gas and water pipes are damaged, cutting off supplies 1 of 4 Secondary Effects Earthquakes can trigger landslides and tsunamis Leaking gas can be ignited People are left homeless Shortages of clean water and food - with a lack of proper sanitation Blocked and destroyed roads can affect relief efforts Businesses are damaged - affecting livelihoods and causing a lack of income 2 of 4 Immediate Responses Rescue people trapped by collapsed buildings and treat injured people Recover dead bodies to prevent the spread of disease Put out fires Set up temporary shelters for those left homeless Provide temporary supplies of food and water Foreign governments and charities may send aid or financial donations 3 of 4 Long-Term Responses Re-house those left homeless Repair or rebuild damaged or destroyed buildings Improve or revise building regulations Set up initiatives to help economic recovery 4 of 4
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