The brush is the next form of disruptive discharge which I shall consider. The brush form of disruptive discharge may be obtained not only in air and gases, but also in much denser media. The disruptive power of tree roots, growing in the crevices of rocks, is well known. Any theory of a disruptive, hurly-burly aspect is grist to the mill of Futurism. This sudden discharge is said to be disruptive, and it is accompanied by a flash of light and a loud report.
The fatal effects of slow-rise river floods proved to be lower if people were aware of the risk of flooding and better prepared for a potential disaster. Sprains, strains, lacerations, abrasions and contusions are the most commonly reported injuries following floods.
Health threats from landslides and debris flows. In the United States, landslides and debris flows result in 25 to 50 deaths each year. The health hazards associated with landslides and mudflows include: Rapidly moving water and debris that can lead to trauma; Broken electrical, water, gas, and sewage lines that can result in injury or illness; and