What is the definition of a emergency?
A serious or dangerous situation
Flood
An overflow of a large amount of water, especially over what is normally dry land?
What are the three steps in a safety plan?
In any emergency, it is important to stay ______.
What is the definition of prepared?
Earthquake
A sudden and violent shaking of the ground as a result of movements within the earth.
Step 3
Why does the text on page 519 say to give your family a big hug after an emergency?
You should give a hug because you got through a challenging time together.
What is the definition of memorize?
Learn exactly and without the chance of forgetting.
Volcanic Eruption
What are items that should be included in your first aid kit?
bandages, aspirin, prescriptions, phone number of doctor
What main agency would you go to in order to find the best way to help your town recover?
What is the definition of responsible?
In Charge or in control of a job or duty.
What natural disaster has storm with violent rotating winds?
Tornado
How can you prepare for your pets?
Create a supply kit that include three day supply of food, medicine, records, litter if you have a cat, and food dishes.
NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
What is the definition of a disaster?
An emergency that causes hard to people or places.
What natural disaster is a storm dropping large amounts of snow, sleet, and/or freezing rain?
Winter Storm
What step involves a calling plan, meeting plan, and a map?
Step 2: Make a Safety Plan
Who will give you the "all clear!" when it is safe to go outside after an emergency?
Emergency Workers