Disaster Preparedness

Drop, Cover, and Hold On

Ignore the Shaking and Continue with Daily Activities

Stand by a Window, Look Outside, and Take Pictures

Jump, Scream, and Run

By asking your friends and family for their opinions

By checking historical flood data, analyzing topography and elevation maps, considering proximity to bodies of water, evaluating drainage systems, and consulting with local authorities or floodplain maps.

By flipping a coin and making a decision based on the outcome

By consulting with astrologers or psychics

Planting more trees

Watering the ground

Ignoring the fire

Creating firebreaks

Because hurricanes are not dangerous

It helps ensure safety, reduces panic, confusion, and minimizes risk of injuries or fatalities.

To test the durability of buildings

It adds excitement to the situation

Select a location above ground level

Select a location below ground level, anchor securely, use reinforced materials, ensure ventilation, and stock emergency supplies.

Neglect ventilation

Use flimsy materials

Ignore evacuation orders

Run towards the volcano

Open windows during eruption

Evacuation orders, stay away from eruption site, wear masks, seek shelter indoors, listen to local authorities

Water, non-perishable food, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, whistle, dust mask, moist towelettes, wrench or pliers, manual can opener, local maps, cell phone with charger, important documents

Canned soda, chips

Blanket, pillow

Candles, matches

Ask your neighbors for advice

Ignore weather forecasts

Check FEMA flood maps, assess property elevation, consider past flooding incidents, consult with local authorities or experts

Look for signs of mold in your basement

Dry weather conditions, high winds, dry vegetation, human activities, lack of firefighting resources

Heavy rainfall

High humidity levels

Low temperatures

It provides flexibility in case one route is blocked or unsafe, distributes traffic, and ensures a smoother evacuation process.

It limits the number of people who can evacuate

It causes confusion among evacuees

It increases the chances of encountering traffic jams