TERM PAPER SAMPLES

Note: This is one example of how to report a natural hazard, your report should discuss more than one hazard. (Your discussion can also be more in-depth.)

Natural Hazards

Flooding: In my area of Mytown, there is little risk for flooding. According to the National Flood Insurance Program flood map, produced by FEMA, I live in Zone C. There is a small pond at Local Park that never floods. Local Creek is two miles away from my home. According to my grandfather and father, a small stream located three blocks to the south floods occasionally and covers the road with several feet of water. The location of this hazard is marked on map #2. In addition, there are lower areas of town, within a mile or more, that have problems with water in the basements after a big rain (discussion with city employee). South Main Street and areas of Thompson Street have lots of problems with water, and rely on sump-pumps. These areas are also marked on map #2.

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