Disaster Preparedness Quiz

Seokjin was watching the news when he learned that the PAGASA is the primary Philippine agency responsible for issuing weather-related disaster warnings.

• True

• False

Jimin believes that disaster preparedness plans are only necessary for regions frequently hit by natural disasters. He argues that places like his hometown, which rarely experiences such events, do not need to invest in these plans.

• True

• False

If a fire breaks out in your home, you should attempt to extinguish it before alerting others or evacuating.

• True

• False

If two neighboring towns experience the same hurricane, their emergency response strategies should be identical.

• True

• False

During a community meeting in a small town, local leaders discussed the importance of incorporating local cultural practices and language differences into their disaster education programs. They believe that doing so will significantly enhance the programs' effectiveness.

• True

• False

DZRM is responsible for coordinating the government's response to natural disasters.

• True

• False

RM believes that creating a 'go-bag' with essentials like medication, flashlights, and cash is an unnecessary precaution.

• True

• False

Emergency alerts on phones use both sound and vibration to ensure people are notified even during sleep or for those with hearing impairments.

• True

• False

In the town of Bangtan, the community's economic status has a significant effect on how well it can prepare for and recover from disasters.

• True

• False

Investing in disaster preparedness is more cost-effective than spending on recovery after a disaster.

• True

• False