Prediction and Prevention

Minimizing the effects of earthquakes and volcanoes:

1. Prediction
2. Precaution
3. Response

Examples below

Prediction

Volcanoes

Use seismic sensors to detect seismic activity and observe volcanoes regularly

Earthquakes

Observe earthquake-prone areas (plate boundaries) and monitor them using satellites (seismic gap theory)

Precaution

• Raise alertness of people
• Educate people on the hazards and what they should do during volcano eruptions or earthquakes
• Have drills (annual earthquake drills)
• Have an evacuation plan at the ready
• Have disaster supplies ready

Response

• Disaster supplies
• Rescue teams
• Medical teams

All of these are needed for responding to seismic activity