Safety During Natural Disasters

Where do hurricanes develop?

• Land
• Ocean
• Rivers

What is the three Earthquake Safety tips?

• Drop, Crouch, Help

• Drop, Cover, Help

• Drop, Cover, Hold

• Dip, Cover, Hold

The device that measures the strength of an Earthquake is called the Moment Magnitude Scale(MMS), what was the previous name for this device?

• Richter Scale

• Ripple Scale

• Energy Scale

• Seismic Scale

What is a smaller earthquake that follows a larger earthquake?

• Aftershock
• Liquefaction
• Seismic Gap
• Tsunami

What is a large ocean wave that results from an underwater earthquake, landslide, or volcanic eruption?

• Aftershock
• Liquefaction
• Seismic Gap
• Tsunami

What is a warning before a tsunami hits?

• The television news will make a prediction about a week ahead based upon the weather in the area.

• The water will move away from the shore unusually fast and strong into the ocean.

• The fish in the ocean will start jumping out of the water.

• There will be lots are rain and wind about 2 hours before one hits.

In a thunderstorm, I should...

• Run outside

• Ride bikes with my friends

• Go to the pool

• Remain inside

Where is the safest place to go if there is a tornado?

• Basement or lowest level

• Near a window so you can watch

• Top level of the building

• Outside on the front porch

What can you use to receive information about severe weather?

• Radio

• Cell phone

• TV

• Ipad

• All the above

What are signs of a severe thunderstorm?

• Heavy Rain

• Hail

• Strong winds

• Thunder and Lightning

• All of the above