Prevention of Natural Hazards

What should you include in a flood evacuation plan?

• Leaving all important documents behind

• Stocking up on non-perishable food items

• Designated meeting place, emergency contacts, evacuation routes, important documents, and a communication plan.

• Swimming lessons for all family members

What are the safety procedures to follow during a tornado?

• Stay in a mobile home or vehicle

• Seek shelter in a sturdy building, preferably in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor, and protect your head and neck.

• Run outside and try to outrun the tornado

• Open windows to equalize pressure

List three essential items to include in a hurricane emergency kit.

• umbrella, raincoat, and boots

• candles, matches, and lighter

• books, board games, and playing cards

• Three essential items to include in a hurricane emergency kit are: non-perishable food, water, and a first aid kit.

What is the definition of severe weather?

• Severe weather is defined as a gentle breeze and comfortable temperatures

• Severe weather is defined as a sunny day with clear skies

• Severe weather is defined as any dangerous meteorological phenomena with the potential to cause damage, serious social disruption, or loss of human life.

• Severe weather is defined as light rain and mild winds

Why is it important to have a flood evacuation plan?

• To test the swimming abilities of individuals

• Because floods are fun and exciting events

• To ensure the safety of individuals and minimize the risk of injury or loss of life during a flood.

• To provide entertainment for the community during a flood

How can you stay safe during a tornado?

• Drive around in your car to get a better view of the tornado

• Stand outside and try to film the tornado for social media

• Seek shelter in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.

• Open windows to equalize pressure during the tornado

Explain the importance of having an emergency kit during a hurricane.

• The importance of having an emergency kit during a hurricane is overrated and not worth the effort

• It is unnecessary to have an emergency kit during a hurricane because the storm will pass quickly

• Having an emergency kit during a hurricane is not important because the government will provide everything you need

• It is important to have an emergency kit during a hurricane to ensure you have essential supplies and resources to stay safe and survive during and after the storm.

What are some examples of severe weather?

• Heat waves

• Fog

• Hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, and severe thunderstorms

• Earthquakes

What are the steps to create a flood evacuation plan?

• Not establishing a communication plan

• Ignoring potential flood risks

• Skipping drills and exercises

• Identifying potential flood risks, mapping out evacuation routes, establishing a communication plan, creating a monitoring system, and conducting drills and exercises.

Discuss the role of community preparedness in preventing natural hazards.

• Community preparedness has no impact on preventing natural hazards

• Community preparedness only benefits a few individuals, not the whole community

• Community preparedness is too expensive and not worth the investment

• Community preparedness is essential in preventing natural hazards as it helps to minimize the impact of disasters and save lives.