Abstract:
Understanding the mechanisms of natural events, such as earthquakes, volcanic
eruptions, landslides, and floods, is important for the United States and the
world at large. Natural disasters have cost the U.S. alone 50 billion dollars
in recent years. By better understanding why natural events occur, we can plan
and manage in ways that will lessen the severity of these hazards. Through
scientific research, earth science educational programs, and societal planning
and preparedness, not only will the damaging effects of natural hazards be
reduced, but we will better understand the Earth on which we live.
http://www.usgs.gov/natural_hazards/ There are links available for more information on the variety of hazards.
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