
Water mitigation
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- Q1What is the primary purpose of water mitigation in disaster management?To reduce the impact and damage caused by floodingTo divert water into urban areasTo increase water consumptionTo promote water scarcity30s
- Q2Which of the following is a common technique used in water mitigation?Building larger reservoirsInstallation of sump pumpsPaving over natural drainage areasDamming rivers30s
- Q3What role do green infrastructure practices play in water mitigation?They promote industrial water useThey eliminate the need for sewage systemsThey help absorb and manage stormwater naturallyThey increase water runoff30s
- Q4What is a primary benefit of implementing floodplain zoning in water mitigation strategies?To increase property valuesTo allow for more constructionTo restrict development in high-risk flood areasTo limit public access to waterways30s
- Q5What is the purpose of a flood warning system in water mitigation?To increase water usage in communitiesTo eliminate the risk of flooding completelyTo design new urban development plansTo provide advance notice of possible flooding events30s
- Q6Which of the following is an example of a natural water mitigation technique?Concrete barriersDredging riversWetland restorationStorm drains30s
- Q7What is the main goal of rainwater harvesting in the context of water mitigation?To increase surface runoffTo eliminate groundwater sourcesTo capture and store rainwater for future useTo promote water waste30s
- Q8Which type of vegetation can significantly aid in stormwater management as part of water mitigation strategies?Artificial turfNative plantsNon-native ornamental plantsInvasive species30s
- Q9What is the significance of permeable pavement in water mitigation efforts?It creates a barrier to prevent all water flowIt allows water to infiltrate the ground instead of running offIt increases surface temperaturesIt requires heavy maintenance30s
- Q10How do bioswales contribute to effective water mitigation?They promote evaporation of rainwaterThey channel and filter stormwater runoffThey completely block water flowThey store excess water underground30s