Hydrometeorological Hazard

• Hydrometeorological Hazard -

  are natural processes or phenomena  that are atmospheric, hydrologic, or oceanographic. These hazards may cause loss of lives, damage to property, social and economic disruption, or environmental degradation.
• Typhoon - is a violent tropical cyclone that forms over warm waters.
• Thunderstorm - A storm that is accompanied by thunder and lightning.
• Storm Surge - is a rapid rise of seawater above normal sea level on the coast, generated by strong winds brought about by typhoons and thunderstorms.
• Flood - occurs when land areas which are normally not covered by water are being submerged, often after heavy and continuous rainfall.
• Flashflood - is a flood characterized ny a raging current that occurs when the water level rises due to heavy rainfall.
• HazardMap - is a guide that highlights areas that are vulnerable to potential hazards.
• Hazard Map - are created to identify the areas that are prone to or affected by hydrometeorological hazards.
• What are the tools or instruments used for monitoring HM. hazards?

  • Barograph
  • Thermograph
  • Ceiling Light Projector
  • Clinometer
  • Ceiling Balloon
  • Theodolite
  • Radiosonde
  • Rawinsonde
  • Weather Surveillance Radar
  • Wind Finding Radar
  • Doppler Radar
  • Weather Satellite