**4.2 Changes in land use pattern**

Increasing temperature and changes in hydrology of a region bring about changes in the vegetation and land use pattern of a particular region. On the other hand, poorly planned land use is the arching factor behind increased incidences of disastrous conditions like flooding. Flooding in urban areas can be controlled by restricting urban development in low-lying flood-prone areas and floodplains of adjoining rivers, appropriate wastewater management released by high populated areas. Environmental degradation along with poor planning of land use can result in major disasters due to climate change.
