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Why are regular emergency drills important?

They replace panic with knowledge.

They eliminate the need for planning.

They prevent damage from emergencies.

They reduce the likelihood of emergencies.

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Which action is included in the federal response to a disaster?

investigating damages

responding first on scene

requesting state assistance

declaring the disaster over

Which emergency drill is most useful when planning for a tornado?

Put on dry clothes, then evacuate outdoors.

Locate safe shelter, then check for injuries.

Evacuate outdoors, then check for injuries.

Stop, drop, and roll, then find safe shelter.

A coastal community is drafting a plan in case of a hurricane. Which action is an appropriate element for an effective plan?

creating a map of areas that are not affected by storm surge

plotting the location of all fire hydrants along major travel routes

relocating any individuals who might be affected by the disaster

identifying multiple evacuation routes for each area of the community

What is the primary safety measure to take during a tornado?

find shelter

open windows

try to outrun the tornado

remove wet clothing

What is a response plan?

critical actions that are taken in the first few minutes of an emergency

actions taken to secure a shelter on-site when evacuation is not possible

actions necessary to plan an evacuation route in the event of an emergency

actions that prevent an emergency from spreading and causing more damage

The image shows an evacuation route for an office building.

Go out through the door, proceed down the hall, and take the stairs.

Go out through the door, turn left, turn right, and exit through the window.

Go out through the door, turn right, turn right again, call 9-1-1, leave room, go to the right, and go to emergency exit.

Go out through the door, turn right, and proceed to the emergency exit at the end of the hall.

What should be avoided during electrical storms?

going close to open flames

touching metal objects

driving vehicles

using a phone

Which agency helps with disaster responses?

ACLU

Centers for Disease Control

Sierra Club

Mercy Corps