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1. Why do people live in
hazardous areas?

2. Where in the World?
What is the hazard?

3. Where in the World?
What is the hazard?

4. Where in the World?
What is the hazard?

5. Sukanto Debnath
If it happens, it
happens, and it’s all
part of living in this
area
Fatalistic Approach

6. DavidDennis
Hazards are a part of
everyday life which
we try and live with.
We know hazards
happen, but continue
to live in this area
because it has many
advantages.
Acceptance Approach

7. renfield
Events can be
prevented and
warnings given. The
area has been made
safer with modern
technology so even if
a disaster occurs few
people will be
affected
Adaption Approach

8. Benefits of living near unstable plate margins:
Good physical and economic opportunities.
The opportunity for intensive agriculture.
The opportunity for mineral extraction.
The opportunity to generate energy.
The development of tourism.