Earthquake and Flood PDF

Natural Disaster EARTHQUAKE Presented by: Edielyn P. Apig Earthquake Is also called a quake, tremor, or temblor— a weak to violent shaking of the ground produced by the sudden movement of rock materials below the earth's surface. Highly destructive natural disasters, leading to significant...

Natural Disaster EARTHQUAKE Presented by: Edielyn P. Apig Earthquake Is also called a quake, tremor, or temblor— a weak to violent shaking of the ground produced by the sudden movement of rock materials below the earth's surface. Highly destructive natural disasters, leading to significant loss of life and extensive damage to property on a global scale each year. The 1990 Luzon earthquake occurred on July 16 at 4:26 p.m. (PDT) or 3:26 p.m. (PST) on the densely populated island of Luzon in the Philippines. The shock had a surface wave magnitude of 7.8. The earthquake's epicenter was near the town of Rizal, Nueva Ecija, northeast of Cabanatuan. An estimated 1,621 people were killed. Five dead, 60 hurt as earthquake hits northern Philippines. Shallow quake was measured at above 7 magnitude and collapsed buildings near the epicentre in northern Abra province. Causes Earthquakes happen when two large pieces of the Earth's crust suddenly slip. This causes shock waves to shake the surface of the Earth in the form of an Earthquake. Earthquakes usually occur on the edges of large sections of the Earth's crust called tectonic plates. These plates slowly move over a long period of time Other than the slipping of tectonic plates, earthquakes can be caused by other minor events. One event is underground explosions, which can be caused by nuclear explosions. Other causes include volcanic eruptions and the collapse of rock formations.  Before Earthquake Understand Your Risk Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On To Prevent Injuries, Secure Your Space Plan to Stay Connected Learn Emergency Skills Gather Emergency Supplies  During Earthquake When inside a building, stay calm and do this: When shaking starts, DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON to protect yourself Stay away from glass windows, shelves and heavy objects. After the shaking stops, exit the building and go to designated evacuation area. When you are outside, go to an open area: Stay away from building, trees, electric posts and landslide prone area. If you're in a moving vehicle, stop and exit the vehicle.  After Earthquake Stay Safe Expect aftershocks. Drop, Cover, and Hold On whenever you feel shaking. Stay Connected Take Care of Yourself Natural Disaster Flood Flood A temporary overflow of water onto land that is normally dry. Floods can result from rain, snow, coastal storms, storm surges, overflows of rivers, and dam failure. Floods can be dangerous. People die by drowning when they don't evacuate before floodwaters come or when they enter floodwaters. Tropical Storm Ondoy | September 2009 Death Toll: 464 Region: Metro Manila and surrounding areas Damages: Approximately $670 million Typhoon Sendong | December 2011 Death Toll: 1,453 Region: Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao Damages: Approximately $45 million  Causes of flooding Natural Causes Intense Rainfall Overflowing of rivers, lakes, etc. Human Causes Bad infrastructure locations Obstruction of stream paths Solid waste disposal Deforestation  Before a Flood Learn whether your home, school or place of work is at risk of flooding Find alternative routed to important locations Make a family communication plan If evacuation orders are issued in advance, follow them.  During a Flood Never drive or walk into flood waters If told to evaluate , do so immediately Get to higher ground Get information from local TV/ radio or your movile device  After a Flood Avoid damaged areas and flood water Wait for the “all clear” to enter a flood damages structure Contact your loved ones via text or social media to keep phone lines clear “Ligtas ang may alam!” Kuya Kim Atienza  References Wikipedia contributors. (2024, July 2). Earthquake. Wikipedia. Earthquake safety. (n.d.). Earthquake Preparedness | Red Cross. Floods | Ready.gov. (n.d.). NOAA’s National Weather Service. (n.d.). Flood and flash flood definitions.