Weather Emergencies and Natural Disasters Quiz

What is the primary purpose of early warning signs in weather emergencies and natural disasters?

• To provide entertainment

• To give time to plan and stay safe

• To increase anxiety among the public

• To report the weather after it has happened

According to the text, what should you do if there are no buildings available during a tornado?

• Seek shelter under a highway overpass

• Stay in your vehicle without any precautions

• Lie down in a ditch and cover your head with your hands

• Ignore the warnings and continue your activities

Which agency is responsible for tracking storms and sending out bulletins to the public?

• National Weather Service (NWS)

• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

• Local Weather Forecast Department

• National Storm Center

What are examples of weather emergencies mentioned in the text?

• Thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards

• Earthquakes and aftershocks

• Power outages and floods

• Heatwaves and cold snaps

What is a natural disaster?

• An event caused by human activities that results in widespread damage

• A dramatic event caused by Earth's processes that results in widespread damage

• A predictable event that occurs seasonally

• A minor event that causes slight inconveniences

Which of the following should be included in a basic emergency supplies kit for natural disasters?

• Toys and games

• Fresh water, a radio, flashlight, batteries, canned food, a can opener, and a first-aid kit

• Electronics and luxury items

• School books and notebooks

What is the most dangerous type of flooding described in the text?

• Slow rising floods

• Flash floods

• Coastal floods

• River floods

What should you do if a flood warning is issued?

• Wait for more information before acting

• Immediately evacuate to higher ground if possible

• Continue daily activities unless water levels rise

• Secure belongings outside the house

According to the text, what should you do after returning home following a flood?

• Clean and disinfect everything that came in contact with floodwater

• Immediately consume stored food

• Reuse water that may have been contaminated

• Keep all flood-damaged items

Which natural disaster is characterized by a violent, rotating column of air touching the ground?

• Hurricane

• Earthquake

• Tornado

• Tsunami

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