Unit 6

Other Related Geologic Hazards

Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction

LEARNING TARGETS

At the end of this unit, the learners should be

able to do the following:
● Discuss the different geological hazards.
● Analyze the causes of geological hazards.
● Recognize signs of impending geological hazards.
● Interpret geologic maps.
● Apply mitigation strategies to prevent loss of lives and properties.
VALUES AND ATTITUDES

In this unit, the learners should be able to do the

following:
● Be empathetic of the situation of other people during hazardous situations.
● Stay calm and mindful during hazardous situations.
● Be aware of the hazards in his or her surroundings during natural disasters.
Lesson 3
Coastal Erosion

Unit 6| Other related geological hazards

Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction

 APPLICATION

Photo Journal

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Research pictures showing the For pictures showing the causes Enumerate the issues concerning the coastal
causes of coastal erosion and of coastal erosion, share your zone.
pictures showing how to reduce opinion on how you would
it. prevent it.
What Is Coastal Erosion?

Coastal Erosion

It involves breaking and removing materials from the coastline due to wave
action, tidal currents, and human activities.

Types of Coastal Erosion

Mass Mechanical
Bioerosion Weathering
Movements Erosion of Waves
Factors that influence coastal erosion:
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