1. A geographic location or neighborhood characterized by high levels of danger, crime, violence, or social instability
The government invested in infrastructure projects in risk areas to reduce crime.
O governo investiu em projetos de infraestrutura em localidades de risco para reduzir a criminalidade.
2. A region prone to natural disasters or environmental hazards
The city mapped all risk areas prone to flooding.
A cidade mapeou todas as localidades de risco propensas a enchentes.