Types of Emergencies and Disasters

SEQ CHAPTER \h \r 1 Emergencies and Disasters in Florida

Florida is a state located on the east coast of the United States . It is often referred to as the sunshine state ' due to its tropical and subtropical climate . Florida is composed of a number of urban areas and few industrial cities and many small towns . In the 2008 census , Florida ranked as the fourth most populous state in the United States

Despite the developing potential of Florida to be a successful state like New York and California , there are the occurrences of

disasters that hinder the rapid development of any state . Florida experienced various emergencies and disasters in the past and the state eventually survived the difficult times

One of the emergencies and disasters experienced by the state is the wildfires . Florida is a home of beautiful scenery composed of forestry and different groups of fauna and flora . Millions of people visit the state every to appreciate the wonders of nature . However , the admired forestry can also be an agent of a major disaster . Every year , wildfires destroy thousands of acres of land and homes . Wildfires have many causes such as arson , burning of debris and strike of lightning . In addition the increase in population adds to the hazards of wildfire (Florida Division of Emergency Management , 2002

Another emergency and disaster experienced by the state is earthquake Over the past years , several minor seismic shocks are reported to occur in the state . However , earthquakes are infrequent and known to...