Omar Martinez

in this week we will be discusing about Coastal erosion in Ecaudor. When talking about coastal erosion what do you imagine? I imagine the beach houses ready to fall off the cliff 50 feet below the ocean. "Coastal erosion is the process by which local sea level rise, strong wave action, and coastal flooding wear down or carry away rocks, soils, and/or sands along the coast."(U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit) Shorline cautions: Ecuador is in risk of high ocean level. High ocean level is related to El Nino making sea level water to approach and flood towns. Beach erosion has now been affected and many piers, boardwalks and homes are being damaged. Global warming is also a significant cause for these erotions making tides to rise because of excessive heat. A report from "Cueca high life" website predicted  that dozens of high-rise apartment buildings on the coast will need to be abandoned, some within 10 years.  Ecuador Costal Flood hazard: High  Here are some tips i...

 For this week's blog, we will be talking about India's Heatwave  India tends to be a hot country that tends to have heat waves that are unbearable for Labor. " Exposure to heat also caused a loss of 167.2 billion potential labor hours among Indians in 2021, the study noted." ( India heatwave: High temperatures killing more Indians now, Lancet study finds). Therefore without labor, there is no money to support families or even to feed themselves. Indias Heat waves have become more frequent and longer lasting since the years 2000-2004 and 2017-2021 resulting in 55% more deaths.   This heat wave not only affects the civilians living in India but also damages the natural resources of the country. For example, heat waves have triggered forest fires, and  reduced India’s wheat crop yields.  What to do in Heat Waves Avoid going out in the sun, especially between 12.00 noon and 3.00 p.m Drink sufficient water and as often as possible, even if not thirsty Wear ligh...

 In this week's blog, we will be talking about mass waste in Ecuador known as mudslides, landslides, and rockslides.  What are landslides?  landslides are the "movement of a mass of rock, debris, or earth down a slope" ( USGS). the thing that causes the landslides are forces acting down a slope. Things such as rainfall, snow, and earthquakes quickly result in mudslides.  In Ecuador, Landslides are a common natural hazard that kills dozens of people every year. A crucial landslide occurred in February 2022 in the Capitol of Ecuador Quito killing 24 people and injuring many more after rainfall. A hillside collapsed in a neighborhood causing mud to fill on top of houses and streets. Crushing civilians and cars through the neighborhood many were not found.  Ecuador has a high natural hazard level that can destroy apart cities and families in minutes. This works as a domino effect. For example, the earth's quick and powerful enough to cause a tsunami can also result ...

 Week 5 Volcanoes  Ecuador is commonly known to have volcanoes in a total of 47 volcanoes both active and extinct. This might come off as scary or frightening for some people. For tourists, this is the complete opposite. many people visit this country every year to experience the scientific beauties that this place has to offer. Here are the most popular volcanoes that this country has:  Volcano  Chimborazo This volcano is the highest in Ecuador. Reaching 20,458 feet and a 3-4 hour drive into this landscape. Mountain climbers take this mountain as a challenge making it very difficult to climb not only because of the terrain but the time it takes to climb.  Volcano Cotopaxi  This is the 2nd highest volcano in Ecuador. reaching 19,347 feet. What makes this volcano different from Chimborazo is the snow cap which lies on top of the volcano. this is the most climbed volcano because it will only take about 30 minutes to climb.  Volcano warning system  ...

Week 3 we explore EarthQuakes In Ecuador and how they affect the country, physically in the community. We will also explore its seismicity. If you would like to know safety information about earthquakes please visit this website Stay Safe During an Earthquake | CDC https://www.cdc.gov › disasters › earthquakes › during Ecuador has One of the strongest earthquakes averaging more than 7.0 magnitude and destroying houses, landscapes, and more. All of this is within a 100-kilometer radius. the strongest earthquake ever recorded in this country was on April 16, 2016, in the region Near West Coast (Manabi, Esmeraldas). With a 7.8 Magnitude. How do Earthquakes happen? And why?  This Has to do with Tectonic Plates shifting and getting stuck causing them to touch and cause friction. This eventually can even create a tsunami and can destroy a significant amount of land in the area. How can we prepare for earthquakes? In today's world, we are surrounded by technology. Apps or even notificatio...

 Welcome to Natural Hazards: Ecuador Introduction Ecuador  is a country in northwestern  South America , bordered by  Colombia  on the north,  Peru  on the east and south, and the  Pacific Ocean  on the west. Ecuador also includes the  Galápagos Islands  in the Pacific, about 1,000 kilometers (621 mi) west of the mainland.  The territories of modern-day Ecuador were once home to a variety of  Amerindian  groups that were gradually incorporated into the  Inca Empire  during the 15th century. The territory was  colonized by Spain  during the 16th century, achieving independence in 1820 as part of  Gran Colombia , from which it emerged as its own sovereign state in 1830. The legacy of both empires is reflected in Ecuador's ethnically diverse population, with most of its 17.8 million people being  mestizos , followed by large minorities of European,  Native American , and  Afri...