Natural Disasters

Front

During a tornado, what is the safest room in a house?

Back

The basement

Front

BEFORE a hurricane, what should be done to mitigate the damage?

Back

Cover windows and glass doors with plywood or storm shutters

Front

BEFORE a wildfire, what should homeowners do to protect their property?

Back

Clear dry brush/ vegetation away from the home

Front

A volcano has recently erupted near your home, what should you do to protect your family?

Back

Cover ventilation openings and seal doors and windows

Front

After a tsunami OR hurricane, what should be done to stay safe?

Back

Stay out of flood waters

Front

Which disaster is most likely to follow days after a wildfire?

Back

Flooding

Front

True or False: A tsunami is typically caused by earthquakes.

Back

True

Front

Why is it important to avoid flood waters after a tsunami or hurricane?

Back

It can contain dangerous debris. Underground or downed power lines can electrically charge the water.

Front

Which catastrophic event would the strategy of avoiding hot ash, charred trees, smoldering debris, and live embers most apply to?

Back

Wildfire

Front

When will the risk of wildfires increase?

Back

Little amounts of precipitation, more wind