Mass Wasting Hazard

 Every year in Australia landslides can damage many things. They can damage Houses, buildings, roads, railways, pipelines, agricultural land, and crops, and they can inflict harm to people with minor, or major injury and can result in loss of life. Landslides are very frequent and occur in Australia. According to the Queensland Government, they are aware of taking action to be aware of the risks and effects.


You may wonder what a Landslide? A landslide is a large amount of Earth, rock, sand, or mud or it can be a combination of them. A Landslide can even cause an earthquake. Three types of Landslides occur in Australia are Rockfall, Deep-seat landslides, Debris flow, and Shallow landslides. 

Australia has steps to reduce the impacts of landslides, they listed to have a plan, pack supplies, make sure you're covered, check in to your local council if any land slides have occur in the area you live in.







https://www.getready.qld.gov.au/understand-your-risk/types-natural-disasters/landslide


Comments

  1. Alana SabatteMarch 21, 2025 at 4:32 PM

    Looks like a lot of countries have landslides it seems to be very common. What caught my eye on your blog is this beautiful picture. I have always wanted to go to Australia!!!

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  2. Julian SierraMarch 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM

    Hey Adrian, I really enjoyed reading your blog! I totally agree that landslides in Australia can lead to major destruction and present serious dangers to local communities. I really like how your blog clearly outlines the various types of landslides and the measures individuals can take to protect themselves.

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  3. Blake RobertsMarch 23, 2025 at 1:13 PM

    Hey Adrian, I really enjoyed your post this week. So many places have landslides and it is really crazy to think about how destructive they really are. You included so much good information.

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