Natural Hazards & Types
What do earthquakes under the ocean cause?
What type of damages occur during an earthquake?
Vibrations that damage roads and buildings.
What is the first thing you and your family should do to prepare for a natural disaster?
Make a plan.
What is another word for 'dangers of the environment’?
Hazards
Which natural disasters are more likely to occur in South Carolina?
Hurricanes and Tornadoes
What is another word for a zone in the Pacific Ocean where landmasses push against each other?
The Ring of Fire. 
Earth's ________ can be damaged by weather?
Surface
What is the importance of establishing a safe place?
To meet in a disaster so that everyone is accounted for.
What organization is in charge of feeding people during and after a disaster?
Feeding America
Where might people have to go during a hurricane?
To a shelter or further inland.
An ice storm is dangerous because …
Trees and power lines break under the extra weight of the ice.
What is a Cyclone?
Storms like hurricanes, that cause flooding and severe wind damage.
What do drills at school teach you?
How to prepare in an emergency.
Who has the authority to declare a 'State of Emergency'?
The Government
If a disaster happens in South Carolina, what community places might turn into shelters?
Schools, churches, and community centers may become shelters during a disaster.
What are Natural Disasters?
Natural events that have a negative effect on humans.
The strength of hurricane depends on factors, such as, temperature, wind, and __________.
Rainfall
What items should you include in an emergency preparation kit?
Food, water, first aid supplies, flashlight, batteries, and important documents.
The American Red Cross helps prepare for emergencies by providing _____, ____, ____, and ____.
Food, Clothes, Shelter, and Medical Attention.
How can living in a particular region of SC affect your disaster risk?
Where you live in South Carolina affects your disaster risk—for example, the coast has more hurricanes, while inland areas may face floods or tornadoes.
Name the most Natural disasters?
Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, wildfires, earthquakes, tsunamis, and severe storms.
What natural disaster is known to cause the most harm to humans and the environment?
Floods
What is the safest thing to do during a hurricane or tornado?
Go inside to a safe place, stay away from windows, and follow your emergency plan.
What does (FEMA) stand for?
Federal Emergency Management Agency
What region in South Carolina is most affected by hurricanes?
Coastal Region