Natural Disaster Preparedness

What should you do during an earthquake to protect yourself?

• Drop, Cover, and Hold On

• Jump, Scream, and Run

• Ignore the Earthquake and Continue Normal Activities

• Stand by a Window, Door, or Elevator

Why is it important to have a flood evacuation plan?

• To practice swimming skills

• To test the effectiveness of umbrellas

• To have a picnic by the river

• To ensure safety and well-being during a flood emergency.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Name one strategy to prevent wildfires from spreading.

• Watering the ground

• Planting more trees

• Creating firebreaks

• Ignoring the fire

What safety measures should be taken during a hurricane?

• Go outside to experience the storm up close

• Leave windows open to equalize pressure

• Ignore evacuation orders and stay put

• Stay indoors, away from windows, secure loose objects, have an emergency kit, follow evacuation orders, stay informed.

Explain the procedure for a tornado drill.

• Move to a designated safe area, crouch low, cover heads, hold on to something sturdy, stay until drill is complete.

• Scream loudly to alert others

• Ignore the drill and continue with regular activities

• Run outside to see the tornado up close

How can you secure heavy furniture in your home to prevent injuries during an earthquake?

• Anchor heavy furniture to the wall and place heavier items on lower shelves.

• Stack heavy items on top of each other

• Ignore securing heavy furniture altogether

• Use lightweight materials to secure heavy furniture

What items should you include in a flood emergency kit?

• Water, non-perishable food, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, medications, important documents, clothing, personal hygiene items

• Swimming gear

• Electronics

• Canned goods

Why is it crucial to clear dry leaves and debris from around your house for wildfire prevention?

• Dry leaves and debris attract wildlife that can cause fires

• Leaves and debris provide insulation against wildfires

• Clearing dry leaves and debris increases the risk of a wildfire

• Clearing dry leaves and debris helps prevent them from acting as fuel during a wildfire and reduces the risk of the fire spreading to your house.

What is the safest place to be during a hurricane?

• On the roof of a building

• Outdoors near the beach

• In a tent

• Indoors in a sturdy building

What actions should you take if a tornado warning is issued in your area?

• Seek shelter in a basement or an interior room on the lowest level of a sturdy building, avoid windows, protect your head, and stay tuned to local news and weather updates.

• Drive towards the tornado to take pictures

• Ignore the warning and continue with outdoor activities

• Run outside to get a better view of the tornado

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2