Environmental Disasters

Definition

Environmental disasters refer to catastrophic events caused by environmental factors that harm the environment and lead to significant human loss or property damage.

Analogy

Think of environmental disasters like a sudden, uninvited guest at a party. They disrupt the normal flow of things, cause chaos, and leave behind a mess that needs cleaning up.

Related terms

Natural Hazards: These are potential threats to humans and their welfare which could include phenomena such as earthquakes, floods, volcanic eruptions etc.

Anthropogenic Disasters: These are disasters resulting from human activity such as oil spills or nuclear accidents.

Disaster Management: This refers to the organization and management of resources for dealing with all aspects of emergencies, in particular preparedness, response and rehabilitation.