Risk
In risk assessment, this term refers to a potentially dangerous event or physical phenomenon, such as a flood, earthquake, or wildfire.
What is a hazard?
Includes water, non-perishable food, a first aid kit, flashlight with extra batteries, weather radio, sanitation supplies, tools, cash, and personal items.
What is an emergency kit?
This federal agency coordinates disaster response and recovery efforts across the United States.
What is FEMA?
What is the main goal of disaster recovery?
To restore normal conditions and rebuild affected communities.
Unlike a natural disaster, this type of hazard includes risks such as power outages, cybersecurity breaches, and equipment failures.
What is a technological risk?
Adhesive bandages, gauze pads, adhesive tape, triangular bandages, gloves, and cleansing wipes are part of this.
What is a first aid kit?
This is the emergency number you should call for immediate help from police, fire, or medical services.
What is 911?
What is the term for rebuilding homes, infrastructure, and livelihoods after a disaster?
What is reconstruction?
Why are natural hazards such a universal concern?
They cause disasters that kill, injure, and displace people, and damage economies and infrastructure worldwide.
What should every household develop and practice to know how to respond during an emergency?
What is an emergency plan?
What should you do first if someone is injured after a disaster?
Check the scene for safety and then provide first aid or call for help.
What organization often provides shelter, food, and emotional support after disasters?
What is the American Red Cross?
What can happen after an earthquake?
Immediate hazards like fallen power lines, broken gas lines, and structural damage.
What should you do if you receive an evacuation order during a disaster?
Follow official instructions immediately and evacuate safely.
What is the term for the quick actions taken right after a disaster to save lives and reduce harm?
What is emergency response?
What government aid helps individuals and businesses recover financially after disasters?
What are disaster assistance grants or loans?
What is the main goal of disaster risk management?
To understand risks, anticipate impacts, and take steps to prevent, mitigate, and respond—protecting lives, livelihoods, and property.
Why is it important to stay informed before and during a disaster?
To receive timely warnings, updates, and safety instructions that can save lives.
What communication method can be used if phone lines are down after a disaster?
What is text messaging, radio, or social media updates?
Why is community cooperation important during recovery?
It helps share resources, rebuild faster, and strengthen resilience for the future.