Drrr Quiz Hydrometeorological

What are hydrometeorological hazards?

• A. Natural disasters caused by geological factors

• B. Natural disasters caused by meteorological and hydrological factors

• C. Natural disasters caused by biological factors

• D. Natural disasters caused by human factors

Which of the following is NOT an example of a hydrometeorological hazard?

• Floods

• Landslides

• Earthquakes

• Droughts

What is the main reason why the Philippines is prone to hydrometeorological hazards?

• Warm ocean waters

• High population density

• Deforestation

• Underdevelopment

What is a typhoon?

• A volcanic eruption

• A tropical cyclone

• A thunderstorm

• A flood

How are typhoons formed?

• By warm sea surface temperatures, high moisture, and low-pressure areas

• By cool-dry air, cooler sea surface temperatures, and strong vertical wind shears

• By volcanic eruptions

• By earthquakes

What is the tri-color advisory system used by the state weather bureau?

• A system to inform the public of drought conditions

• A system to inform the public of typhoon conditions

• A system to inform the public of volcanic eruptions

• A system to inform the public of rainfall and flooding possibilities

Which of the following is NOT an example of a hydrometeorological hazard in the Philippines?

• Typhoons

• Thunderstorms

• Earthquakes

• Floods

What is the estimated percentage of the Philippine population living in coastal areas?

• Less than 20%

• Around 40%

• Around 60%

• More than 80%

What is the main impact of hydrometeorological hazards on communities?

• Economic damage

• Environmental damage

• Social and economic disruption

• All of the choices

What is the best way to prepare for and respond to hydrometeorological hazards?

• Be aware of the risks and take appropriate measures

• Ignore the risks and hope for the best

• Wait for the government to provide assistance

• None of the choices