Disaster Preparedness on Earthquake and Volcanic Eruptions

There are usually warning signs before an earthquake occurs.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The best way to prevent injuries during an earthquake is to be prepared and know what to do before, during and after the earthquake.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Aftershocks cannot cause any damage.

• True

• False

The most critical element in surviving any type of natural disaster is:

• Location

• Timing of disaster

• Preparation

• None of the above

Which precautionary measures should be done before an earthquake?

• Prepare an emergency survival kit

• Cover your nose with a damp cloth

• Do not cross bridges if you are driving

• Check yourself and every family for injury

Evacuate after volcano erupts.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Stay in the evacuation center. Avoid going back to your house while the volcano is erupting.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Volcanic eruptions pose hazards to people.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Be alert of signs of volcanic activity.

• TRUE

• FALSE

In case there is an earthquake, where should you evacuate if you are near a large body of water?

• the closest shelter

• your car

• the nearest tall tree

• higher ground