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

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