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Man made disasters
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2. A man- made disasters is a
disaster resulting from human
intent, negligence or error.
Disasters can be man made
where the cause is intentional or
unintentional. All kinds of man made
disasters lead to human suffering,
loss of life and a long term damage
to a nations economy
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4. There are multiple factors that may
relate to man made disasters
Ignorance
Unawareness
Illiteracy
Carelessly handling danger
Chemical
Weapons
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6. IT IS A TYPE OF EXPLOSION DERIVING ITS
FORCE FROM NUCLEAR REACTION OF FISSION
AND FUSION. IT IS OF TWO TYPES FISSION
AND FUSION. EGS. OF FISSION ARE ATOMIC
BOMBS, A BOMBS, FISSION BOMBS. EGS OF
FUSION BOMBS ARE HYDROGEN BOMBS, H
BOMBS, FUSION BOMBS ETC. WHEN THIS
TYPE OF ACCIDENT OCCURS IT IS OFTEN AS
A RESULT OF INTENT AND THE END RESULTS
ARE EVEN MORE CATASTROPHIC WITH A
LARGE PERCENTAGE OF THOSE INVOLVED
LOSING THEIR LIVES.
Nuclear accidents
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8. BIOLOGICAL DISASTERS
They are referred as poor man’s nuclear
bomb as they are easy to manufacture,
trans port and have the ability to kill
hundreds and thousands of people.
They are delivered using dusting
airplanes or small perfumes atomizers.
They have ability to generate
immediate effects.
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10. CHEMICAL
DISASTERS
Disasters that are caused by the
excessive use and misuse of
chemicals in industries are called
chemical disasters. The
irresponsible handling of powerful
chemicals can cause widespread
devastation. The impacts of
chemical accidents can be deadly
for both human beings and the
environments.
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22. 1. The WHO lay emphasis on
prohibition against biological warfare.
2. We should immediately leave away
from a suspicious thing.
3. Cover your mouth with a wet cloth.
4. Listen to T.V. and radio for further
government instructions.
23. CHEMICAL DISASTERS
1. Industries using harmful and
powerful chemicals should be
located far away from residential
areas.
2. Their should be surveys to keep a
check on their activity.
3. The government should formulate
an emergency plan to incase of an
accident.
24. 1. The main reason is poor wiring and faulty
electrical equipment, leaking gas or
carelessly thrown cigarettes and matches.
2. The main power supply source is good
condition.
3. wire should be properly covered.
4. Inflammable things should be kept out of
reach of children.
5. Power points shouldn't be over loaded.
25. 1. All efforts should be made to carry
victims to nearby hospital.
2. If possible first aid can be given to
victims.
3. It is the duty of the people present
there to get trapped people out.
4. If we smell fuel at accident site, warn
people and don’t light fire.
26. 1. We must inform police if we come
across any suspected group of
people.
2. We must stay away from suspicious
things and inform police about that.
3. Do not accept packages from
strangers.
4. Do not leave luggage unattended
while travelling.
27. Epidemic
1.Ensure safe drinking water,
sanitation after a disaster.
2.Health workers should be
trained.
3.Covering all stored water
containers.
4.A surveillance should be
established to detect outbreaks.