Edexcel GCSE Geography B · 1GB0

Hazards and vulnerability

What you need to know

Assess the physical hazards of tropical cyclones, including high winds, intense rainfall, storm surges, coastal flooding, and landslides.
Evaluate the impact of tropical cyclones on people and environments.
Explain why some countries are more vulnerable than others to the impacts of tropical cyclones based on physical, social, and economic factors.
Assess impact using social media sources, satellite images, and socio-economic data.

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