Work through all of the material listed below, showing examples of mapping for various kinds of hazards with information, in some cases, on how the maps are constructed.
Tip 1: some of these links are to large pdf files - give them time to load.
Tip 2: in these pdf files, click on the + button to zoom in and see more detail, and use the scroll bars to move around the maps.
Do a web search for volcano hazards maps. Print out a couple of interesting ones, and bring them to class, prepared to discuss them.
Mapping Seattle's hazards. A well informed newspaper feature aimed at the general public. A good example of communication.
UK Environment agency flood maps. Generate a flood map for your postcode. Browse and zoom around different parts of the country to look at areas at risk from both river and coastal flooding.
