quiz b

What is the purpose of NOAH Hazard Maps

• To forecast the weather

• To identify areas prone to natural disasters

• To monitor wildlife populations

• To show the population density of a region

What is one natural disaster that NOAH Hazard Maps help assess?

• Floods

• Hurricanes

• Sunspots

• Tornadoes

When does a storm surge typically occur?

• During a heatwave

• In winter storms

• During a volcanic eruption

• During a storm, particularly tropical cyclones

Which region is most vulnerable to storm surges?

• Coastal areas with low-lying land

• Desert regions

• Forested areas

• Mountainous regions

How does a storm surge differ from a tidal wave surge?

• A storm surge is caused by normal tides

• A storm surge is due to atmospheric conditions

• A tidal surge only happens during full moons

• They are the same thing

Which part of a storm typically causes the greatest storm surge?

• The calmest part of the storm

• The eye of the storm

• The outer rainbands

• The storm's center

Which of the following is a potential impact of a storm surge?

• It can reduce wind speeds

• It can cause a drop in sea level

• It can increase the number of hurricanes

• It can cause coastal flooding and erosion

What is the primary purpose of the Incident Command Post (ICP)?

• To house volunteers during an emergency

• To prepare food for emergency responders

• To provide a centralized location for managing and coordinating emergency response

• To store equipment and supplies for future use

Which of the following is typically found at an Incident Command Post?

• Communication systems for coordination and decision-making

• Emergency shelters for affected populations

• Equipment for medical treatment

• Food and water distribution centers

What is the function of the Staging Area in an incident command structure?

• To coordinate media outreach

• To hold resources (personnel, equipment, etc.) ready for deployment

• To provide a location for responders to rest during a disaster

• To store food and medical supplies