Volcanic Eruption Hazards and Safety Quiz

What is a pyroclastic flow?

• A type of volcanic gas

• A heavy ashfall

• A slow-moving lava stream

• A fast flow of volcanic materials

What can thick ashfall cause?

• Lava flow

• Increased air quality

• Roof collapses

• Volcanic gas emissions

What should you keep in your emergency survival kit if you live near an active volcano?

• A map of the area

• Food supplies only

• A first aid kit only

• Goggles and masks

What is lahar?

• A type of ashfall

• A slow lava flow

• A type of volcanic gas

• A mixture of volcanic materials and water

What should you do before leaving the house during an eruption?

• Drive as fast as possible

• Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants

• Leave windows open

• Wear shorts and sandals

Which agency is responsible for monitoring volcanoes in the Philippines?

• Philippine Red Cross

• Bureau of Fire Protection

• Department of Social Welfare and Development

• Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology

What is the main purpose of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)?

• To provide medical assistance

• To prepare for and respond to natural calamities

• To monitor air quality

• To enforce laws against fires

What should you do if authorities tell you to evacuate?

• Stay at home

• Ignore the warning

• Wait for further instructions

• Evacuate immediately

What is a significant risk of volcanic gases?

• They can improve air quality

• They only affect animals

• They can cause long-term air pollution

• They are harmless to health

What is one of the roles of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) during disasters?

• To manage evacuation routes

• To provide support to local government units

• To monitor volcanic activity

• To enforce fire safety laws