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This lecture covers the analysis and management of risks, focusing on consequences and representation. Topics include quantification of hazards like flooding and volcanic eruptions, hazard assessment through maps, vulnerability assessment of buildings, and the impact of natural disasters such as earthquakes. The instructor discusses the importance of understanding vulnerability and the challenges in predicting extreme natural hazards.