Question

Explain with suitable example, the relationship between weather forecasting and disaster management

Answer 1

Weather forecasting and disaster management go hand in hand. Weather forecasting helps in predicting the weather of an area for the next 2-3 days. Any kind of unfavourable changes which could occur in the near future is predicted by the meteorological department.

For example, if there are any chances of cyclones, dust storms, or heavy rainfall, the authorities can be informed prior to these developments and the required measures can be taken. The fishermen are alerted by the concerned agencies about heavy rainfall, or high tides so that they do not enter the sea during that time. If we know that a disaster may occur during a definite period of time, disaster management can be helpful in reducing the loss to lives and property. The disaster management teams and the local people can be informed about it and the required precautions can be undertaken.