Hydro-Meteorological Hazards Quiz

Weather refers to long-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is what you experience in a short period like today.

• True

• False

A Typhoon has wind speeds of 89 - 117 km/h.

• True

• False

Signal No. 1 indicates that winds of 30-60 kph may be expected within 36 hours.

• True

• False

Public Storm Warning Signals are only raised after the typhoon is already being felt in an area.

• True

• False

Super Typhoons can cause storm surges, extreme winds, and widespread destruction.

• True

• False

Signal No. 3 means a very intense typhoon will hit in 12 hours.

• True

• False

Pre-school classes are suspended even at Signal No. 1.

• True

• False

El Niño in the Philippines usually causes increased rainfall and cooler temperatures.

• True

• False

La Niña can lead to stronger hurricanes and flash floods in the Philippines.

• True

• False

ENSO stands for El Niño-Storm Oscillation.

• True

• False