Staying Safe From Natural Hazards Review Flashcard

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What are levees used for?

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Levees are used to prevent damage from floods.

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What can sandbags help protect homes from?

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Sandbags can help protect homes from floods.

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Which material is safest for building a house in strong winds?

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A house built out of bricks is the safest in strong winds.

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What can bridges be designed to do during an earthquake?

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Bridges can be built to bend without breaking during an earthquake.

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What is a lightning rod used for?

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A lightning rod is used to help reduce the number of fires caused by lightning.

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What happens if a lightning rod is successful?

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If successful, lightning hits the lightning rod instead of the building.

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What natural hazard can cause fires in buildings?

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Lightning can cause fires in buildings.

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What is one way to protect against floods?

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Using sandbags is one way to protect against floods.

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Why are brick houses safer in strong winds?

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Brick houses are safer because they are more sturdy and can withstand strong winds.

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What is the purpose of designing safe structures?

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The purpose is to prevent damage from natural hazards like earthquakes and floods.