Final Hazards Report

    The United Arab Emirates is a country located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in Western Asia. This country has one of the most diversified economies in the Middle East with extremely thriving industries in oil, gas, tourism, real estate, finance, and aviation. They are known for their impressive infrastructure including iconic landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa (the tallest building in the world). The UAE is a popular tourist attraction, known for its luxury shopping, and futuristic architecture. The Unites Arab Emirates faces several natural hazards. It is no surprise that it is known for its desert landscapes and extremely warm climate, but even this can have its' downsides. Some significant natural hazards in this country include, flash floods, and droughts.

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    Although the UAE is generally very arid, heavy rainfall during the winter months can lead to flash floods, especially in low - lying areas and dry riverbeds. These floods can cause property damage, infrastructure damage, as well as put at risk and individual's safety. These flash floods only occur during periods of heavy rainfall which is not as frequent because of the dry climate like weather. When it does rain though, the desert oil that is typically dry and not able to absorb large amounts of water quickly, leading to flash floods in low - lying areas.

    Possible solutions to flash floods in the UAE could include an improvement in drainage system as well as public awareness and education. By enhancing the already existent drainage infrastructure as well as constructing new drainages, this can help channel excess water away from the populated areas as well as into reservoirs, reducing the risk of flash flooding.

    Water scarcity is also a significant concern in the UAE because of its climate and fresh water resources. Extremely long periods of  drought can worsen particularly because of the low - lying nation with very limited freshwater resources. Droughts in the Maldives are usually linked to irregular rainfall patterns.

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    One way to mitigate drought hazards in the UAE is by adopting extremely accurate drought monitoring systems and early detection mechanisms in order to respond to droughts more effectively. Another possible solution can be by engaging local communities in drought preparedness and response efforts. This can lead to incentives for water saving techniques. 

    In summary, the United Arab Emirates is well known in the world for many reasons and especially for it's luxury shopping and wealthy cities. If I were to construct my house, I would construct it in a gated community in Abu Dhabi. It is the major cultural and economic hub, which is the home to numerous institutions and cultural landmarks. Abu Dhabi is also known to have invested in a modern infrastructure and flood management systems that are generally prepared to handle natural disasters like flooding.

References:

https://www.britannica.com/place/Abu-Dhabi

https://aquanomics.ghd.com/en/uae.html

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68831408



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