Natural Hazards and Early Warning Systems Quiz

What is the purpose of response capability in early warning systems?

• To delay evacuation plans

• To have pre-established plans and resources

• To ignore disaster shelters

• To increase damage

What is the significance of communication systems in early warnings?

• To ensure warnings reach all stakeholders

• To delay information dissemination

• To confuse stakeholders

• To limit communication to one channel

What is the primary goal of early warning systems?

• To predict and detect hazardous events

• To ignore hazardous events

• To increase the frequency of hazards

• To eliminate all hazards

What is the time frame for short-range forecasts provided by IMD?

• Up to 1 day

• Up to 3 days

• Up to 7 days

• Up to 10 days

What does a green color code indicate in weather warnings?

• Severe warning (take action)

• Alert (be prepared)

• Watch (be updated)

• No warning (no action)

Which color code signifies a severe weather warning?

• Green

• Yellow

• Orange

• Red

What is the primary purpose of cyclone forecasting?

• To increase tourism in coastal areas

• To predict the development, movement, and impact of cyclones

• To create entertainment content

• To study marine life

What does the Doppler Weather Radar (WDR) network operated by IMD track in real-time?

• Temperature changes

• Thunderstorm formation, movement, and intensity

• Earthquake activity

• Ocean currents

What is the purpose of the Lightning Detection Systems (ILDN) network?

• To predict rainfall

• To detect and locate lightning strikes

• To measure wind speed

• To monitor solar activity

What is the primary goal of IMD's thunderstorm and lightning warning services?

• To enhance public safety

• To increase agricultural yield

• To promote tourism

• To reduce energy consumption