AQA Tropical storms

What is a primary effect?

• An effect as a direct result of the natural event. Damage which occurs as the natural event is occuring

• An effect which happens as an indirect effect of the natural event. Damage or impacts which happen after the natural event occurs

• Action which is taken immediately after the natural event

• Action which occurs several weeks or months after the natural event

What is a secondary effect?

• An effect as a direct result of the natural event. Damage which occurs as the natural event is occuring

• An effect which happens as an indirect effect of the natural event. Damage or impacts which happen after the natural event occurs

• Action which is taken immediately after the natural event

• Action which occurs several weeks or months after the natural event

Which of these is a primary effect of a Tropical Storm?

• Diseases spread easily because of contaminated water

• Evacuation of those at risk

• Buildings and transport links are destroyed by flooding and high winds

• People are rehoused

Which of these is a primary effect of a tropical storm?

• Rescue survivors and treat injuries

• Improve structural design of buildings against future storms

• People are injured and killed by flooding and debris

• Heavy rain can trigger landslides, causing further devastation

What is a primary effect of a Tropical Storm?

• Damage to infrastructure such as roads and power supplies

• Loss of tourism to the region which will damage the local economy

• Provide temporary supplies of food, water and electricity, as well as communications, to those in need

• Improve flood defence systems

Which of these is a primary effect of a Tropical Storm?

• Scientists use technology to predict when and where the storm is likely to occur

• Improve forecasting and warning systems

• Set up temporary housing for the homeless

• High rainfall and storm surges lead to flooding, particularly in coastal regions and flood plains

Which of these is a secondary effect of a tropical storm?

• Rescue survivors and treat injuries

• Improve structural design of buildings against future storms

• People are injured and killed by flooding and debris

• Heavy rain can trigger landslides, causing further devastation

Which of these is a secondary effect of a Tropical Storm?

• Diseases spread easily because of contaminated water

• Evacuation of those at risk

• Buildings and transport links are destroyed by flooding and high winds

• People are rehoused

Which of these is a secondary effect of a Tropical Storm?

• Scientists use technology to predict when and where the storm is likely to occur

• Improve forecasting and warning systems

• Food shortages can result from the destruction of crops and livestock

• High rainfall and storm surges lead to flooding, particularly in coastal regions and flood plains

Which of these is a secondary effect of a Tropical Storm?

• Loss of tourism trade which damages the region’s economy

• Improve forecasting and warning systems

• Set up temporary housing for the homeless

• High rainfall and storm surges lead to flooding, particularly in coastal regions and flood plains