July Safety Disaster Preparedness

5 Questions | By Cmh.rbyrd | Last updated: Jan 28, 2013 | Total Attempts: 198

Tornado Safety Knowing what to do when you see a tornado, or when you hear a tornado warning, can help protect you and your family. During a tornado, people face hazards from extremely high winds and risk being struck by flying and falling objects. After a tornado, the wreckage left behind poses additional injury risks. Although nothing can be done to prevent tornadoes, there are actions you can take for your health and safety. NOAA weather radios are the best way to receive warnings from the National Weather Service. By using a NOAA weather radio, you can receive continuous updates on all the weather conditions in your area. The range of these radios depends on where you live, but the average range is 40 miles. The radios are sold in many stores. The Natio

Questions and Answers

1.

NOAA weather radios are the best way to receive warnings from the.....
- A.
  
  National Forcast Center
- B.
  
  National Weather Center
- C.
  
  National Oceanic Organization
2.

After a Tornado the wreckage left behind poses additional RIsks.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

The key to surviving a tornado and reducing the risk of injury lies in __________, ____________, and __________ what you and your family will do if a tornado strikes enter words no commas.
4.

If you are in a hospital you should....
- A.
  
  Move away from windows and glass doorways
- B.
  
  Go to innermost part of the building on the lowest level possible.
- C.
  
  Use the elevators
- D.
  
  Assist in evacuating patients to lowest level
- E.
  
  All of the above
- F.
  
  All except C or #3
5.

Advance planning is not important for those that require assistance to reach shelter from an approaching storm.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False