Natural Hazards in Jamaica

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TOPIC
PAGE
INTRODUCTION
2
LOCATION(MAPS)
3
AIM/OBJECTIVES AND METHODOLOGY
6
PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE DATA
7
CONCLUSION AND BIBLOGRAPHY

GLOSSARY

INTRODUCTION
Jamaica has experienced an increase in the frequency of natural events, primarily floods, droughts and landslides over the last 25-30 years. The impact of these hazards has proven to be disastrous in several instances resulting in significant social dislocation and monumental economic losses. Between 1998 and 2004, we had approximately 10 major weather related disastrous events with significant economic implications.
HURRICANE
Jamaica is located in the ‘hurricane belt’ in the middle of the Caribbean.
Intensity and frequency of hurricanes have increased over the last 10 years.
Result in flooding, landslides, storm surges and damage from intense rains and high winds.

These are some of the hurricanes Jamaica experienced.
EVENTS
YEAR
CASUALITIES

Storm Nicole

2010
16
Storm Gustav
2008
12
Hurricane Dean
2007
4
Hurricane Wilma
2005
1
Hurricane Emily
2005
4
Hurricane Ivan
2004
17
Hurricane Charley
2004
1
TOTAL

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This project will be about the examination of the causes, effects and responses to Hurricane Dean 2007 in Kingston, Jamaica.

LOCATION (MAPS)
The Path Of Hurricane Dean

Parishes Affected By Hurricane Dean

AIM/OBJECTIVES
This project will suggest measures that may be used to reduce the impact of flooding in the community during the hurricane season.

The

are the safety measures to be taken before a flood to prevent flood damage:
If your living area is susceptible to flooding, you should elevate electric panel, water heater, furnace etc. To prevent flood water from blocking the drains of your home, sewer taps should be installed with appropriate check valves. You should construct barriers like floodwalls, beams etc to