Final hazards report

 The main natural hazards in El Salvador are #1 Volcanoes and #2 the rainy season . First I will be talking about volcanoes in El Salvador El Salvador has several active volcanoes, at least six of which are monitored.

Since 17 November, the Chaparrastique Volcano, also known as San Miguel Volcano, has produced a series of small eruptions of gas and ash clouds. On 27 November, the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources(MARN) raised the alert in the municipalities of Chinameca, San Rafael Oriente, San Jorge and San Miguel to level 1 on the Volcanic Explosivity index (VEI), after volcanic activity intensified, including the ejection of rocks which fell on surrounding areas. Tourism and other activities within 6km of the crater have been suspended.

The rainy season normally runs from June to November, coinciding with the hurricane season in the Caribbean. During the rainy season you can expect frequent heavy rain, thunder storms and possible tropical depressions. Roads can be affected by landslides and flooding. Mountain areas are particularly vulnerable to landslides.

One of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of a volcanic eruption is having an evacuation plan.This involves ensuring evacuation strategies are in place Along with food and shelter.The best way to mitigate rainy season is maintain your gutters and Downspouts.clean your gutter and downspout twice a year . Check wall air conditioning and consider sealing your roof deck. 

I would target all my help first to volcanoes since they seem to be the bigger issue in El Salvador . I would construct my house in San Salvador the capital of the country to try to get my best shot at a living situation in El Salvador. 

References : https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/el-salvador/natural-disasters

https://www.insightsonindia.com/world-geography/physical-geography-of-the-world/geomorphology/internal-forces-their-impact/volcanoes/measures-to-mitigate-volcanic-disasters/


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