NATURAL HAZARDS,

MITIGATION, AND
ADAPTATION
 Hazards Caused by Hydrometeorological
Phenomena
The geographical location of the Philippines does not only make it prone to
geological hazards but also to extreme weather.

Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) – is an area that encircles Earth near the
equator where trade winds meet.
• The convergence of trade winds results in rising of hot air which intensifies the
movement of winds in this area. It also enhances the passing of a typhoon,
producing stronger and more devastating winds.

• PAGASA is the government agency that provides information on meteorological,

astronomical, and climatological activities in the Philippine territory.
 Common
Hydrometeorological
Phenomena
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of Hydrometeorological
Hazards