Physical Geography Topic Paper(s) The purpose of the research paper is to more thoroughly examine the physical characteristics of a particular natural hazard and its effects

Physical Geography Topic Paper(s) The purpose of the research paper is to more thoroughly examine the physical characteristics of a particular natural hazard and its effects on the human environment. PAST/PRESENT: Find a location (city, state, country, or region) that has experienced a Meteorological hazard event recently (last decade or so) and in the past (decades or centuries ago). Compare and contrast the hazardous events and their effects to people and property (Past and Present). This template provides the minimum criteria to earn a passing grade. OUTLINE/TEMPLATE: Introduction-a brief overview of the topic covered in this research paper General description of timing, location and region/area of phenomenon Impact Statement that includes effect of hazard on people and property (deaths/damage), vulnerability/risks, and mitigations (use of maps, figures, and tables (not required but acceptable)) Conclusion-your thoughts on the findings of your research WRITTEN FORMAT: 12pt font 1.5 spacing 2-5 pages of text (not including graphs, maps, cover sheet) Cover Sheet (three parts: top 1/3- your full name and date, middle- Title of Paper/Course Title and date, bottom 1/3- Instructor name) Work Cited/Bibliography page (Give credit where DUE) Submit online or hard-copy to Professor with paper bound by a staple in upper left corner! Note: This project is a pass/fail grade and is worth 20% towards your total grade. LATE PAPER = FAIL…NO EXCEPTIONS Examples Natural Hazards to research (you are not limited to the list): Meteorological/Hydrological- Blizzard, Drought, Hailstorm, Heat Wave, Cyclonic Storm, Tornado, Geomagnetic Storm, Wildfire, Floods, Flash Flood, Tsunami, Storm Surge Biological- Pandemic disease, Crop Disease, Locust, etc.