Understanding Natural Disasters

What is a landslide?

• A landslide is a type of weather phenomenon.

• A landslide is the process of planting trees on a slope.

• A landslide is the movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope.

• A landslide is a geological formation that remains stationary.

Can earthquakes make buildings fall?

• Only small earthquakes can cause minor damage.

• Yes, earthquakes can make buildings fall.

• No, earthquakes have no effect on buildings.

• Buildings are designed to withstand all earthquakes.

What happens during a drought?

• A drought leads to increased rainfall and flooding.

• A drought causes an abundance of water resources.

• A drought results in cooler temperatures and snow accumulation.

• A drought results in water shortages due to prolonged low rainfall.

How can floods affect the coast?

• Floods can increase fish populations.

• Floods have no impact on coastal vegetation.

• Floods can improve water quality in coastal areas.

• Floods can cause coastal erosion, saltwater intrusion, damage to infrastructure, and changes in sedimentation.

What is a forest fire?

• A forest fire is a fire that only affects grasslands and not forests.

• A forest fire is a type of weather phenomenon that occurs in forests.

• A forest fire is an uncontrolled fire that spreads through forested areas.

• A forest fire is a controlled burn used for land management.

What are man-made disasters?

• Incidents that occur due to animal behavior.

• Accidental events that do not involve human error.

• Man-made disasters are catastrophic events caused by human actions or negligence.

• Natural disasters caused by weather events.

How can we use space to help during disasters?

• Send astronauts to provide on-ground assistance.

• Use satellite imagery, GPS, communication satellites, and drones to assist in disaster response.

• Use space to create artificial weather patterns.

• Launch rockets to distract from the disaster.

What should we do if we see a landslide?

• Stay in place and take photos.

• Move to a safe location and alert authorities.

• Call a friend to discuss the landslide.

• Ignore the situation and continue walking.

Why do we need to prepare for earthquakes?

• To increase the risk of damage

• To promote unpreparedness

• To ignore safety protocols

• We need to prepare for earthquakes to minimize damage and ensure safety.

What can we do to save water during a drought?

• Implement water-saving measures like fixing leaks, using efficient appliances, and reducing lawn size.

• Using more water-intensive appliances

• Ignoring leaks in plumbing

• Watering lawns more frequently