Geological Hazards and Disaster Preparedness

Which of the following geological hazards is caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust?

• Landslide

• Volcanic eruption

• Earthquake

• Sinkhole

What primary information does a geological map display?

• Weather patterns

• Distribution of rock types

• Population density

• Economic data

Which hydrometeorological hazard map indicates areas prone to inundation and flood depths?

• Drought map

• Flood map

• Rainfall map

• Heatwave map.

What does the 'R' in the R.A.C.E. acronym stand for in fire response procedures?

• Report

• Rescue

• Restrain

• Review

What is a key community-based practice for mitigating the impact of typhoons/hurricanes?

• Relocating settlements away from slopes.

• Constructing drainage systems.

• Establishing community-based early warning systems.

• Community sinkhole monitoring.

During the planning process, it is important to remember that communication within the community should be:

• Limited to official channels only.

• Clear, consistent, and accessible to everyone.

• Kept private to avoid panic.

• Delayed until after a disaster occurs.

What national body is responsible for coordinating DRR efforts in the Philippines?

• The Department of Health (DOH).

• The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

• The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

• The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

Deforestation significantly increases the risk of which geological hazard?

• Tsunami

• Volcanic eruption

• Landslide

• Sinkhole

What is the primary purpose of the legend on a geological map?

• To indicate the weather forecast.

• To identify different rock formations and their ages.

• To show the locations of roads and cities.

• To measure the distance between two points.

What is the primary purpose of hazard mapping and zoning in geological hazard mitigation?

• To predict the exact timing of future hazards.

• To identify high-risk areas and regulate development.

• To increase tourism in hazard-prone regions.

• To increase the amount of buildings in high risk zones.