Staying Safe After a Disaster Quiz

What should you do first when checking the area around you after a disaster?

• Look for food supplies

• Start driving

• Call your friends

• Check for safety

How should small wounds be treated to prevent infection?

• Apply ice directly

• Leave them uncovered

• Ignore them

• Wash with soap and water and use bandages

What should you remember to do during an earthquake aftershock?

• DROP, COVER and HOLD ON

• Stand still and wait

• Run outside immediately

• Call emergency services

Why should you avoid using the telephone after a disaster?

• You might get charged extra

• To save battery life

• Emergency responders need the lines available

• It's too noisy

What should you do if you had to leave your home after a disaster?

• Wait for local authorities to advise

• Return immediately

• Ignore local news

• Go back without permission

What is advised regarding driving during the immediate post-disaster period?

• Drive as usual

• Avoid driving unless necessary

• Drive to the nearest store

• Drive to help others

What should you listen to for updates after a widespread disaster?

• Your phone notifications

• Your neighbor's advice

• Local radio or television stations

• Social media

What should children be warned about in flooded areas?

• To swim in the flood

• To stay away from storm drains and ditches

• To ignore the warnings

• To play in the water

What is a key action to take if you are in charge of others after a disaster?

• Ignore their concerns

• Remain calm and listen carefully

• Panic and run

• Leave them behind

What should you do if the power is out after a disaster?

• Ignore the situation

• Go to sleep

• Use your phone

• Listen to a battery-powered radio