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What is the primary goal of Project NOAH in hazard mapping?

• To provide real-time weather updates for farmers

• To assess and reduce risks associated with natural hazards

• To replace all old disaster preparedness plans

• To create artificial intelligence for disaster management

Which government agency primarily developed and implemented Project NOAH in the Philippines?

• Department of Science and Technology (DOST)

• National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)

• Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

• Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)

What type of natural hazards can be mapped using Project NOAH’s hazard maps?

• Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions only

• Tsunamis and typhoons only

• Floods, landslides, storm surges, and other weather-related hazards

• Nuclear radiation and industrial accidents

Which technology is commonly used by NOAH for creating hazard maps?

• Satellite imaging and Geographic Information System (GIS)

• Hand-drawn maps and manual surveys

• Printed maps distributed in evacuation centers

• Social media reports and community feedback

How does NOAH’s hazard mapping help local communities?

• By predicting future disasters with 100% accuracy

• By identifying high-risk areas and improving disaster preparedness

• By preventing all forms of natural disasters from occurring

• By providing legal documents for disaster-affected individuals

What is a storm surge?

• A rapid rise in water level caused by heavy rainfall

• A tsunami generated by an underwater earthquake

• An abnormal rise in sea level due to a tropical cyclone

• A large wave created by strong winds in the ocean

Which factor primarily contributes to the formation of a storm surge?

• The temperature of the ocean surface

• The gravitational pull of the moon

• Strong winds and low atmospheric pressure from a tropical cyclone

• The sudden movement of tectonic plates under the sea

Which of the following areas is MOST at risk from storm surges?

• High-altitude mountainous regions

• Coastal low-lying areas and river mouths

• Desert regions with minimal rainfall

• Inland cities far from bodies of water

What is the best action to take when a storm surge warning is issued?

• Stay near the shore to watch the waves closely

• Evacuate to higher ground as soon as possible

• Wait for the water levels to rise before leaving

• Hide inside a car parked near the coastline

Which of the following statements about storm surges is TRUE?

• Storm surges only happen during earthquakes

• Storm surges can be more destructive than the winds of a typhoon

• Storm surges are the same as tsunamis

• Storm surges occur only in the Pacific Ocean