Natural Hazards - Wildfires

Multiple Choice

Why do you think wildfires are considered a significant natural hazard?

• Because they can destroy large areas of vegetation and wildlife

• Because they only occur in deserts

• Because they are easy to control

• Because they only happen in winter

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of wildfires?

• Campfires left unattended

• Lightning

• Heavy rainfall

• Arson

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors can help slow down or extinguish wildfires?

• High temperatures

• Low humidity

• Rain

• Strong winds

Multiple Choice

Which areas of the USA are at the highest risk for wildfires according to the Wildfire Risk USA Map?

• Northeast

• Southeast

• West

• Midwest

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of wildfires as described in the image?

• Improved air quality

• Disruption of critical infrastructure

• Loss of property and crops

• Risk of landslides

Multiple Select

Which states experienced more than 500,000 acres burned due to wildfires in 2021?

• California

• Arizona

• Oregon

• Montana

Fill in the Blanks

According to the National Interagency Fire Center, the US has an average of nearly

wildfires each year.

Multiple Choice

What is one way that the US Department of Agriculture - Forest Service predicts wildfires?

• Using satellites and remote sensing

• Planting more trees

• Building fireproof houses

• Banning campfires

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways to receive emergency alerts about wildfires?

• FEMA mobile app

• National Weather Service apps

• Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA)

• Social media only

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of emergency alerts sent to cell phones during wildfire events?

• To inform people about evacuation orders and safety measures

• To advertise local businesses

• To remind people to pay their phone bills

• To provide weather forecasts for the week

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best way to stay informed about wildfires if you live in a high-risk area?

• Download the FEMA mobile app to receive alerts

• Wait for news reports on TV

• Ask neighbors for updates

• Check social media occasionally