Disaster Preparedness Quiz

What is the primary purpose of having a designated safe room or area during a tornado?

• To store emergency supplies

• To provide a secure location away from windows and exterior walls

• To watch the storm safely

• To communicate with emergency services

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Which of the following is an effective flood preparedness measure?

• Keeping electronics on the floor

• Making sure you evacuate the area if you are told to do so

• Avoiding the purchase of flood insurance

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What is a common cause of urban flooding?

• Excessive deforestation

• Overuse of agricultural land

• Poorly managed drainage systems

• High altitude

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During a power outage, why is it important to unplug or turn off electrical appliances?

• To save energy for later use

• To prevent damage from potential power surges when electricity is restored

• To make it easier for electricians to fix the problem

• To keep the house cooler

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What type of tornado warning is issued when a tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar?

• Tornado Watch

• Tornado Alert

• Tornado Warning

• Tornado Advisory

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What should you do to ensure safety during a power outage at night?

• Use candles for all lighting needs

• Keep one light switch turned on to know when power returns

• Open all windows to let in natural light

• Use flashlights or battery-operated lanterns instead of candles

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety precaution during a power outage?

• Using a generator indoors

• Keeping refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible

• Connecting essential appliances directly to a generator

• Listening to a battery-powered radio for updates

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What is a proactive measure to take before a flood occurs?

• Waiting until flood water rises before evacuating

• Securing hazardous materials and elevating electrical appliances

• Removing batteries from smoke detectors

• Keeping all windows and doors open to equalize water pressure

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Which item listed below would be important to have during a blizzard, but not during a hurricane or tornado?

• warm clothes

• bottled water

• extra batteries

• food

If the tornado sirens go off what should you do?

• Run

• Seek shelter

• See how it looks

• Stay outside