Understanding Typhoons and Weather Disturbances

What is a weather disturbance?

• A sudden change in the moon’s movement

• A type of cloud formation

• A disruption in the atmosphere that affects the weather

• A normal sunny day

Which of the following is a common weather disturbance in the Philippines?

• Earthquake

• Typhoon

• Volcano eruption

• Wildfire

What is another term for a typhoon?

• Cyclone

• Blizzard

• Tornado

• Drought

Which government agency monitors typhoons in the Philippines?

• PAGASA

• DOH

• DENR

• DPWH

Which of the following is an effect of a typhoon?

• Heavy rains and strong winds

• Extreme heat and drought

• Cold weather and snow

• Rising temperature

What should you do before a typhoon arrives?

• Go swimming in the sea

• Store food and water supplies

• Fly a kite outside

• Leave windows open

What is a signal that a typhoon is approaching?

• The sun is shining brightly

• The sky is clear with no clouds

• The wind is strong, and rain starts to fall heavily

• The birds are chirping loudly

What is the strongest typhoon signal warning issued by PAGASA?

• Signal No. 1

• Signal No. 2

• Signal No. 3

• Signal No. 5

What can happen when a typhoon causes continuous heavy rains?

• Drought

• Flooding

• Snowstorm

• Earthquake

Why do we need to evacuate during a strong typhoon?

• To have a picnic in the evacuation center

• To avoid danger from floods and landslides

• To see the strong winds up close

• To go on a vacation