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Same storm, different risk

A warning reached two settlements. Why were the outcomes different?

Waves breaking against an imagined rugged coastline in late afternoon light.

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Original fictional practice data

SettlementPeople in exposed areaWarning received (%)Safe shelter placesHomes damaged
Harbour2000901800320
Estuary200045600510

Both settlements experienced a similar storm surge. A warning is useful only if people understand it and can reach safety. Home damage is recorded separately from evacuation.

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For an explanation, connect the cause to the outcome. For a judgement, use evidence to explain how effective, important or convincing something is.

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Explain a social effect of storm damage.

First attempt The storm had very strong winds.

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Compare access to shelter in the two settlements.

First attempt Harbour has more shelters.

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Explain why warning coverage alone may not prevent loss of life.

First attempt Some people do not listen.

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Can home damage measure how well evacuation worked?

First attempt Yes. More damaged homes means evacuation failed.

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ProposalPeople coveredConstraint
Phone alerts1800Mobile signal fails in some areas
Raised shelter900A bridge on the route floods

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Explain how the two proposals could work together. Identify a remaining weakness.

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