Science·Volcanoes & Earthquakes·conceptual
Hazard Assessment & Evacuation
Explain probabilistic hazard assessment using eruption recurrence intervals and fault slip rates; describe how volcano observatories monitor ground deformation, gas emissions, and seismicity to issue alert levels; explore why communities remain near active hazards (fertile volcanic soil, poverty, cultural ties); discuss the ethics and politics of evacuation decisions and the social justice dimensions of disaster risk
Suggested ages 12–14
Evidence of understanding
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Assessment prompt
If Hazard Assessment & Evacuation read a news story about a town that refused to evacuate before a predicted volcanic eruption, can they describe at least two reasons — beyond just stubbornness — why people might genuinely choose to stay?
Standards alignment
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