Tuesday, March 1, 2011

mudslide

What are some natural factors causing mudslides in Guatemala?

The natural forces that cause the mudslides are earthquakes, hurricanes, and heavy rains that turn the soil into mud, making the soil loose.

What are some human factors causing mudslides in Guatemala?

Sense there are barley any tree it not helping they cut trees down for homes and fire wood that make room for the mudslides.

What is being done to help reduce mudslides and mudslide damage?

They are going to plant more trees like pine trees that will help soak up the water and not make it as easy to get through.