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Volcanic Eruption and Disaster Management

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Volcanic Eruption and Disaster Management

Abstract

The volcano is simply the opening that gives way highly heated molten rocks to the surface of the earth. These molten rocks cause serious damage. Today, exposure to volcanic destruction is increasing with high rate mainly due to the high population growth. This research will be conducted to bring awareness to the public regarding volcanoes. The research will be based on the survey as well as the responses from people. The study will help in understanding the current situation in the volcanic explosion and the best measures to undertake.

Introduction

On the Northern side of New Zealand, there are active volcanoes that exist, and its eruption can happen at any time. The urban areas new volcanic areas should understand the risks and destructions that can be caused by the volcanic activity in the region. The associated risks can be mitigated through various ways including emergency management process. New Zealand is just an example of the areas that are prone to volcanic destruction (Paton, Smith & Johnston, 2000). For instance, the damage and the fear that catastrophic eruption caused back in the year 1980 in Mount St. Helens cannot be ignored. This is a serious issue that is not paid much attention by many researchers and that increases the human vulnerability to the volcanic explosion.

Aims & Objectives

The objectives of this research are to explain the impacts of the volcanoes on the people regarding injury, displacement as well as mortality and finally identify the risks factors resulting from these impacts.

Literature Review

For conducting this investigation, I have reviewed some materials that are relevant to this topic. Some of the materials were gathered from online journals, thesis paper as well as the articles from the internet. By reviewing this, it was evident that people are more exposed to the volcanic destruction than before as a result of urbanization and high population growth forcing people to settle in volcanic areas (Smith, 2003). Other reasons include human activities on the environment. Statistically, today around 9 percent of the world population, approximately 500 million people lives near volcanic areas. Some of the cities and countries that are exposed to these volcanic include Naples, Japan as well as the capital city of Mexico. Some of the effects that volcanoes can cause include a decrease in food production because it can bury whole farmland, it can cover building and even affect transport especially flights. Volcanos activities under the water can activate tsunamis.

Methodology

Data Collection

The study will be based on the reports containing responses from the interview. Geologists, those who have specialized in environmental science will be an interview and even common people. The study will include only those who are willing to participate.

Anticipated Results

· Many people are unaware of the volcanic existences and even the possible danger

· There are no proper ways to manage the risks caused by a volcanic eruption

· Many are not aware of what to do when the volcanic eruption starts

Conclusion

Today, the human population is more vulnerable to the volcanic destructions that before this is because more people are moving near volcanic urban areas also change in land use. The fact that there are a few cases that are reported concerning volcanic hazards not many healthcare has prepared to handle such challenges. A serious preparation is required, and since before volcanic eruption there are signs, people should have the appropriates measures to minimizes these risks when they receive those signs (Paton, Smith & Johnston, 2000). People can prepare by evacuating the area. Urban planning implementation can also play a key role in minimizing risks. Educating people on the danger of volcanic activities can be very helpful (Dunbar, 2007). It can increase the willingness to prepare and even evacuate the area.

References

Dunbar, P. K. (2007). Increasing public awareness of natural hazards via the Internet. Natural

Hazards, 42(3), 529-536.

Paton, D., Smith, L., & Johnston, D. M. (2000). Volcanic hazards: risk perception and preparedness. New

Zealand Journal of Psychology, 29(2), 86.

Smith, K. (2003). Environmental hazards: assessing risk and reducing disaster. Routledge.