What you'll learn
How tectonic hazards affect people and how the impact is reduced.
Effects
- Primary effects happen immediately; secondary effects (fires, disease) follow.
Responses
- Immediate (rescue, aid) and long-term (rebuilding, planning).
- Preparation: monitoring, prediction and building design.
Vulnerability
- Poorer countries often suffer more due to weaker infrastructure and preparation.
Exam tips
- Separate primary from secondary effects.
- Contrast a richer- and poorer-country example.
Common mistakes
- Confusing effects with responses.
- Assuming all countries are equally affected.