Australian flood in 1954 and flood rescue efforts in US Northeast in 1955

The video discusses the various perils faced by humans, both from natural causes and human actions. It highlights the significant impact of floodwaters, which annually cause loss of life and extensive property damage, costing billions of dollars.

What are the two main sources of dangers faced by humans?

• Natural causes and technological failures

• Natural causes and human actions

• Technological failures and animal attacks

• Human actions and animal attacks

How often do floods impact human populations?

• Almost yearly

• Every decade

• Every millennium

• Every century

What is one of the major consequences of floodwaters?

• Improved infrastructure

• Enhanced tourism

• Increased agricultural yield

• Loss of lives

What is the financial impact of flood-related disasters?

• Thousands of dollars

• Billions of dollars

• Millions of dollars

• Trillions of dollars

Which of the following is NOT a result of floodwaters?

• Property damage

• Loss of lives

• Increased employment

• Financial loss