A technological or anthropogenic hazard is a catastrophic event directly caused by human activity, as opposed to natural hazards. Examples include industrial accidents, hazardous material spills, transportation disasters, terrorism, and warfare. These... Read more »
Environmental calamities caused by human activities encompass a wide range of events, from oil spills and industrial accidents to deforestation and climate change. These events often result in widespread damage to ecosystems,... Read more »
Distinguishing between natural and human-caused catastrophes is crucial for understanding risk and developing effective mitigation strategies. Natural disasters originate from natural processes of the Earth, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, floods,... Read more »