WildFire
Evacuate if needed
What can occur if dead tree branches hang over the roof?
What is an increased fire risk?
What is a flood
Flooding is a temporary overflow of water onto land that is normally dry
Caused by Heavy rain and raging rivers
what happens during an earthquake?
what is ground shaking
What happens during a landslide or mudslide?
Listen for unusual sound that may indicate
what is a rumbling sound and moving debris down a slope
Why is it important to have an escape plan?
What is to ensure everyone knows how to evacuate safely?
Where should firewood be stored in relation to the house?
What is at least 30 feet away?
You tried to cross the water with your car and now find yourself stalled out in the middle of the water, but the water isn't moving.
What is Abandon the car and find higher ground.
If you are inside during an earthquake, you should...
what is go under a table
What to do during landslide & mudslide?
Be alert! Listen for sounds. Protect your head.
Stay away from the site. Evacuate immediately.
Where are wildfires most common?
Most common in Western states like California, Colorado, and Arizona.
Why should fire-resistant plants be used in landscaping?
What is to reduce the risk of fire spreading to the home?
You find yourself surprised by a flash flood. It hasn't reached your doorstep but the streets are filling up with water.
What is Turn off your utilities: electrical breakers, water, oil, and/or gas. Then seek higher ground!
What areas have the highest risk of earthquakes in the United States? (east or west?)
What is the West.
Most common in California, Alaska, and along the West Coast.
Causes of landslides
What is one action you should take if you live in a fire-prone area?
What is to develop an escape plan?
5 things starting with M that goes in an Emergency kit
What is Mobile phone and charger, Map, Matches, Money, Medication
The weather station indicates that flooding to some extent will happen in your area within the next 24 hours.
What is building or restocking your emergency kit with flashlights, cash, first aid, fresh water, and other useful items, and non-perishable food.
What is the best way to protect yourself?
what is Drop, cover, and hold.
Stay indoors until the shaking stops
Watch for these as they may occur after a landslide or debris flow.
What is flooding?
What is a key component of a community's wildfire preparedness plan?
What is an emergency water supply?
What should you practice with your family regarding the escape plan?
What is a fire drill?
T/F you can return home right after a flood?
FALSE
Continental transform fault that runs a length of roughly 810 miles through California in the United States
What is the San Andreas Fault
Contact these departments.
What is fire and/or police department.