Danger Zone: Environment and People

An earthquake is a...

• Sudden and violent rolling and shaking of the ground caused by movement deep within earth's surface.

• Large, destructive fire that spreads quickly over woodlands or brush.

• Very large rotating storm with high speed winds that form over warm tropical waters.

• Water that overflows or soaks land that is usually dry.

Which natural hazard can be tracked so humans have more time to prepare and evacuate?

• Wildfires

• Tornadoes

• Hurricanes

• Earthquakes

True or False: A natural hazard is a natural disaster that may have a negative effect on humans.

• True

• False

A wildfire is a …

• Sudden and violent rolling and shaking of the ground caused by movement deep within earth's surface.

• Destructive and violently rotating column of wind shaped like a funnel that can move across the land during a severe thunderstorm.

• Large, destructive fire that spreads quickly over woodlands or brush.

• Water that overflows or soaks land that is usually dry.

What can humans do to prevent wildfires?

• Watch their camp fires.

• Follow laws when burning debris at home.

• Keep up with maintenance of lawnmowers and automobiles.

• All of the above.

What are two ways humans design homes to withstand ash and debris during a volcanic eruption?

• Wooden walls

• Many big windows

• Concrete walls

• Slanted roof

What is the most deadly thing about an earthquake?

• The earthquake

• Falling buildings

• Lava and ash

• Floods

During a flood you should...

• Never walk through moving water.

• Pay close attention to camp fires.

• Go to a safe room

• Never drive through moving water.

A tornado is a …

• Sudden and violent rolling and shaking of the ground caused by movement deep within earth's surface.

• Destructive and violently rotating column of wind shaped like a funnel that can move across the land during a severe thunderstorm.

• Large, destructive fire that spreads quickly over woodlands or brush.

• Very large, rotating storm with high speed winds that form over warm tropical waters.

What are two ways we alert the public during a severe thunderstorm that can turn into a tornado?

• Tornado witness- a person who stands outside looking for tornados.

• Tornado watch- conditions are right for a tornado.

• Tornado wonder- people ask questions to see if a tornado is possible.

• Tornado warning- a tornado has been spotted or is coming.