The whole kit and caboodle
Ideally you would have a hand-crank radio or flashlight. Otherwise, you better have a lot of extra these stored so you can power equipment in an emergency.
Batteries
This term describes a hot or cold mixture of water and rock fragments that flows down the slopes of a volcano and typically enters a river valley.
Lahar
Lahars can occur with or without a volcanic eruption.
This federal agency is part of the Department of Homeland Security. It coordinates the response to large-scale disasters that overwhelm local and state authorities.
FEMA
Advice is good, especially with a rhyme.
To go past a "road closed" sign, most certainly is a crime.
When roads are too wet and detours are best, we should put this advice to the test.
Turn around, don't drown.
This small tool helps you call for help. It's essential in any kit and I recommend taking it skiing too.
a whistle
This is characterized by the rapid rise of fast moving water.
Flash flooding
You've probably checked this interactive map in recent weeks, put together by the Washington State Department of Ecology. The Seattle Mariners probably did too, prompting them to reschedule a baseball game.
Air quality index map.
Flood risk remains significantly higher for up to five years until vegetation is restored after this natural (or man-made) disaster. You may want to purchase flood insurance in the meantime.
Wildfire
Bleach
You don't need to be a transportation nerd to recognize this word that describes the combustible material that feeds a fire.
Fuel.
Contain a fire: A fuel break around the fire has been completed. This break may include natural barriers or manually and/or mechanically constructed line.
This agency "leads and coordinates mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery in Washington State to minimize the impact of disasters and emergencies on the people, property, environment and economy." I've seen them post on NextDoor quite a bit recently.
Emergency Management Division.
EMD manages the State Emergency Operations Center located on Camp Murray, near Tacoma, and coordinates the response to ensure help is provided to those who need it quickly and effectively. The EOC is designated as the central location for information gathering, disaster analysis, and response coordination.
If you're in a car when this natural disaster strikes, you should pull over, stop and set your parking brake.
Earthquake
Avoid stopping near or under buildings, trees, overpasses, and utility wires. Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped. Avoid roads, bridges, or ramps that the earthquake may have damaged.
If you're packing non-perishable foods in your kit (which you should) like beans, you'll probably need one of these.
Can opener
The primary driver of a rockslide is erosion. A rockslide occurs when rocks are transported down a slope. This is the term for when a slab of rock drops straight down and impacts whatever is below.
Rockfall.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) issue a flood warning or flash flood warning when a hazardous weather event is imminent or already happening. It issues these other two types of notices beforehand.
lowest level: Flood advisory (be aware)
next level: Flood watch (be prepared)
According to FEMA, fighting should be your last resort if the case of an active shooter. You should do these two things first. (Please list them in order.)
1. Run
2. Hide
Wherever you're working (or spending time), identify at least two exits in case of any kind of emergency.
A wrench or pliers will help you do this following a natural disaster like an earthquake. It's an important step, but you should only attempt it if safe to do so.
Turn off household utilities like natural gas.
Get to know you gas meter, electrical circuit box and water shut-off valve!
Tsunami evacuation routes indicate the direction to these two types of places. It makes sense when you think about it.
inland or higher ground.
This website is a great place to go for information about preparing for natural and man-made disasters. I used it to put together most of this Jeopardy.
Staying inside will help you avoid this potentially life-threatening condition. Signs include shivering, exhaustion, confusion, fumbling hands, memory loss, slurred speech or drowsiness.
Hypothermia.
A body temperature below 95 degrees is an emergency. Actions: Go to a warm room. Warm the center of the body first—chest, neck, head, and groin. Keep dry and wrapped up in warm blankets, including the head and neck.