Signs of Hydro-Meteorological Hazards

 

What is Hydro-meteorological Hazard?

Hydro-meteorological hazard is a phenomenon of atmospheric, hydrological or oceanographic nature that may cause loss of life, injury, or other health impacts, property damage, loss of livelihoods and services, social and economic disruption, or environmental damage.

What are the Types of Hydro-meteorological Hazards?

Hydrometeorological hazards include tropical cyclones (also known as typhoons and hurricanes), thunderstorms, hailstorms, tornados, blizzards, heavy snowfall, avalanches, coastal storm surges, floods including flash floods, drought, heatwaves and cold spells. Hydrometeorological conditions also can be a factor in other hazards such as landslides, wildland fires, locust plagues, epidemics, and in the transport and dispersal of toxic substances and volcanic eruption material.

Early Signs of Hydro-Meteorological Hazards in the Philippines?

Typhoon Signs

 Increased ocean swell

 Barometric pressure drop

 Wind speed

 Heavier rainfall

Thunderstorm Signs

 Cloud formations

 Darkening sky

 Lightning wind

 Wind

Flashflood / Flood Signs

 Continuous storms, typhoons, and rain

 Distant thunder

 Rapidly rising water

 Muddy water

 Water carries debris

Storm-surge Signs

 Cumulu-nimbus clouds

 Darker sky

 Low pressure

 Strong winds

 Rising of water

El Niño Signs

 Hot weather

 High pressure

 Change in temperature

 Gradually drying of land