Earthquake Hazards

What are the three main types of earthquakes?

• oceanic, atmospheric, and seismic

• natural, supernatural, and human

• subterranean, surface, and aerial

• tectonic, volcanic, and artificial

What effects can earthquakes have on buildings?

• Reduction of structural damage

• Structural damage, cracks, collapses, and weakening of foundations

• Improvement in stability of foundations

• Increase in building resistance

How can earthquake damage be prevented?

• Building weak and fragile buildings

• Not taking safety measures or preparing emergency plans

• Building strong buildings, implementing seismic building codes, educating the public about safety measures, and preparing emergency plans.

• Ignoring evacuation warnings

What safety measures should be taken during an earthquake?

• Hide under a sturdy table, away from windows and objects that may fall, and remain calm.

• Run towards the windows to exit the house.

• Scream and panic.

• Hide under a tree.

What are the common side effects of earthquakes?

• Intense rains, hail, and thunderstorms

• Floods, droughts, and snowfalls

• Forest fires, air pollution, and heat waves

• Landslides, tsunamis, and aftershocks.

What role do building codes play in preventing earthquake damage?

• They increase the likelihood of damage during an earthquake.

• They are only necessary in areas with low seismic activity.

• They help prevent structural damage during an earthquake.

• They have no impact on the prevention of earthquake damage.

What is the importance of having an emergency plan for earthquakes?

• Earthquakes do not pose a real risk

• It is better to improvise in case of an earthquake

• Be prepared and know how to act in case of an earthquake.

• Having an emergency plan is not important

What are the steps to follow after an earthquake to ensure safety?

• Take photos to post on social media

• Ignore the authorities' instructions

• Light candles in case of power outage

• Seek shelter in a safe place, check and turn off possible gas leaks, cut off the electricity supply, and follow the instructions of local authorities.

Why is it important to have emergency supplies in case of an earthquake?

• Because earthquakes pose no danger

• To be able to survive and stay safe during and after an earthquake.

• Because emergency supplies are useless

• Because it's fun to experience an earthquake