Vulnerability to extreme weather events and geophysical hazards varies significantly across the United States. Factors influencing this vulnerability include geographical location, prevalent weather patterns, geological conditions, and population density. For example, coastal... Read more »
Events involving the accidental release of radioactive materials from nuclear facilities within America, whether civilian or military, constitute significant incidents with potential for widespread environmental and public health consequences. These incidents can... Read more »
Determining regions with minimal natural hazard risk involves analyzing historical data on events like earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and tornadoes. For example, a state might experience infrequent seismic activity and be located... Read more »
Numerous catastrophic events, both natural and human-caused, have shaped the landscape and history of the nation. Natural hazards include earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, wildfires, droughts, and volcanic eruptions. Human-induced events encompass technological... Read more »