- A hazard is a potential danger that poses a threat to people or property that exists or is caused by nature. Generally it isn’t made or caused by humans.
- A disaster is a hazardous event that occurs over a limited time span within a defined area.
- A catastrophe is a massive disaster that requires significant expenditure of money and a long time for recovery.
Friday, January 26, 2018
Difference between hazards, disasters & catastrophes
When people talk about disasters, catastrophes and hazards, they think about them as all meaning the same thing.
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Great first entry. Looking forward to all you'll discover about Colombia's hazards with us...
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