Natural Disaster Preparedness Quiz

A sudden, unexpected event causing widespread destruction, loss of life, and property damage.

Disasters have several key features, including unpredictability, urgency, speed, unfamiliarity, uncertainty, and a sense of threat.

Disasters are broadly classified into two categories: natural disasters caused by nature and man-made disasters caused by human activities.

Natural disasters are hazards that occur due to natural causes, such as earthquakes, cyclones, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, droughts, floods, and landslides.

Disasters disrupt daily life, impact emergency systems, and affect essential needs like food, shelter, and health.

A collection of essential supplies for surviving an earthquake, including water, food, first-aid, light, and a radio.

A sturdy location inside a building, like under a table or next to a strong wall, where you can seek shelter during an earthquake.

Moving to an open area away from buildings, power lines, and trees during an earthquake.

Actions taken after an earthquake to address immediate needs, including rescuing people, providing medical aid, and restoring essential services.

Evaluating the severity of damage caused by an earthquake to guide response and recovery efforts.

A sudden shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the release of energy from the Earth's crust.

Large, moving pieces of the Earth's outer layer that cause earthquakes when they collide or slide past each other.

Most earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates, but they can also be caused by activities like mining or the detonation of explosives.

A scale used to measure the magnitude or strength of an earthquake by analyzing seismic waves.

Earthquakes can cause significant damage, such as building collapses, landslides, fires, and tsunamis.

Giant ocean waves caused by earthquakes that can travel long distances and cause flooding.

A scientist who studies earthquakes and related phenomena.

The oscillating movement of water in lakes and reservoirs caused by earthquakes.

Steps to take before a flood to minimize potential harm to yourself and your property.

Official announcements by authorities instructing residents to leave an area due to imminent danger.

Staying away from floodwaters of unknown depth and current to avoid potential dangers like drowning or disease.

Staying updated on emergency information and advice by listening to local radio broadcasts.

Protecting food from contamination and using bottled water to ensure safe drinking water.

A natural event where excess water inundates an area, often caused by heavy rainfall or dam failures.

An uncontrolled fire burning through vegetation, often caused by lightning or human negligence.

A powerful rotating storm characterized by high winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surge.

Rapid movement of soil and rock down a slope, triggered by factors like earthquakes or heavy rain.

The accidental release of oil into the environment, causing significant damage to marine life and ecosystems.

A malicious attempt to disrupt or damage computer systems, networks, or data.

A powerful release of energy from a nuclear device, causing widespread destruction and radiation.

Harmful organisms that can cause significant damage to crops, impacting food production and economic stability.

Uncontrolled blazes that consume vegetation in forests, impacting wildlife and ecosystems.

Forests located in the Himalayan mountain range, particularly susceptible to forest fires due to their geographic location and weather patterns.

Oil spills can be caused by accidents during oil transportation, drilling, and extraction, or by spills of refined petroleum products.

Oil spills can harm marine life, damage ecosystems, and have economic and social consequences.

When a river's water level rises above its banks, causing widespread flooding.

A rise in sea level caused by strong winds associated with storms, pushing water towards the shore.

A sudden and rapid flooding event, often caused by intense rainfall in a short period.

Regions of India highly susceptible to flooding, including the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Meghana river basins, as well as areas near the Narmada, Tapi, Mahanadi, Krishna, Godavari, and Cauvery rivers.

A collection of essential supplies needed during a flood, such as food, water, first aid, a radio, and a flashlight.

Moving to a safe location away from the flood waters.

Raising furniture and belongings to prevent water damage during a flood.

Disconnecting power, gas, and water services to prevent hazards and damage during a flood.

A devastating earthquake that occurred in Nepal on April 25, 2015, resulting in significant loss of life and property damage.

The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake, where the seismic waves originate.

A measure of the energy released by an earthquake, typically expressed on the Richter scale.

A smaller earthquake that follows a larger earthquake in the same region.

A rapid flow of snow, ice, and rock down a mountainside.

The earthquake caused widespread destruction to buildings, including historic landmarks.

The number of people killed and injured in the earthquake.

A major oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010, releasing 60,000 barrels of oil daily, causing widespread environmental damage and impacting fishing industries.

A significant oil spill in Prince William Sound, Alaska in 1989, affecting a large coastline and harming various marine species.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in India is responsible for policies, plans, and guidelines related to disaster management, ensuring timely and effective responses.

Factors like population density and urban sprawl can exacerbate the impact of disasters, increasing the risk of widespread damage and casualties.

Items like medicines, first-aid kits, water, and non-perishable food items are critical for survival during a disaster, ensuring basic needs are met.

Annual floods in Assam, India, caused by the Brahmaputra River overflowing due to heavy monsoon rains and silt buildup, affecting over 12 million people.

Forest fires can be caused by natural factors like extreme heat and dry weather, or human-induced causes like naked flames or sparks.

Controlling forest fires involves proactive measures taken before the dry season, such as creating firebreaks and ditches, and extinguishing fires with water or other methods.

Actions taken after a flood to restore essential services, provide basic needs for affected people, and facilitate repair or rebuilding of damaged properties.

Guidelines to ensure safety during floods, such as avoiding floodwaters, boiling water, ensuring adequate footwear, and being cautious of snakes.

Key needs after a flood, including restoring infrastructure, providing food, shelter, clothing, and fuel to affected areas, and assisting with repairs.