Community Emergency Management Vocabulary Quiz
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What does 'FEMA' stand for?

  • Quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed
  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (correct)
  • A danger or risk
  • The humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief and education in the United States

    • What is the main purpose of 'Good Samaritan' laws?

  • Remove from danger to a safe place
  • The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something
  • To protect against an attack
  • Provide basic legal protection for those who assist a person who is injured or in danger (correct)

    • What is the definition of 'mitigation'?

  • A person who is perceived to represent a community
  • Quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed
  • The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something (correct)
  • A sudden event that causes great damage

    • What is the definition of 'vulnerability' in the context of disaster management?

    <p>Quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'overwhelmed' in the context of disaster management?

    <p>Bury or drown beneath a huge mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 'escape' in the context of disaster management?

    <p>Break free from confinement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'infrastructure' refer to in the context of disaster management?

    <p>Providing commodities and services essential to enable, sustain, or enhance societal living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 'evacuation' in the context of disaster management?

    <p>To remove from danger to a safe place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)?

    <p>To coordinate the federal government's response to natural and man-made disasters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    FEMA

    • Stands for Federal Emergency Management Agency.
    • Established to coordinate the federal government's response to natural disasters and emergencies.

    Good Samaritan Laws

    • Designed to protect individuals who voluntarily provide assistance in emergencies.
    • Aim to encourage bystanders to help those in peril without fear of legal repercussions.

    Mitigation

    • Defined as the efforts to reduce or eliminate the impact of disasters.
    • Includes strategies for preventing disasters or minimizing their effects, such as building codes or land-use planning.

    Vulnerability

    • Refers to the susceptibility of individuals or communities to harm during disasters.
    • Factors include location, poverty, and preparedness levels that can heighten risk.

    Overwhelmed

    • Means exceeding the capacity to effectively respond to a disaster.
    • Occurs when emergency services cannot meet the needs of affected populations due to extreme circumstances.

    Escape

    • Refers to the act of fleeing from danger during a disaster.
    • Involves planned routes and actions to ensure safety and survival.

    Infrastructure

    • Encompasses the physical and organizational structures needed for disaster management.
    • Includes transport systems, utilities, communication systems, and emergency services.

    Evacuation

    • Defined as the organized movement of people from a dangerous area to a safer location.
    • A critical component of disaster response to ensure public safety during emergencies.

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