EARTHQUAKES
"Is this an Earthquake?"An earthquake can be identified as the forceful shaking of the ground. Shifting of tectonic plates underneath the Earth's surface, result in the violent shaking movement that is often identified with earthquakes.Strong physical shaking of the ground and the movement of the surrounding environment, whether you are outside or inside are signs of an earthquake occurring. Earthquakes can cause tall structures such as building and bridges to collapse in the case of intense ground movement. Casualties caused by earthquakes can range from damaged building structures, destruction of personal homes and property, injury , and death.
Earthquakes are likely to occur on the west coast of the U.S. , specifically California and Washington, as well as Illinois, Kentucky and Arkansas |
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For a safer secure building: put a model of the building through seismic analysis which will calculate the response of the building or structure to an earthquake simulation.
WILDFIRES
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"What Causes Wildfires?"Wildfires are often linked back to humans. Lit cigarettes, fireworks, flares and flammable material left by people cause 90% of wildfires. The remaining 10% are caused by lightening or lava.
Wildfire PreventionA majority of wildfires are caused by people. In order to help prevent wildfires , extinguish campfires before leaving the premisses, properly dispose of cigarettes, and refrain from lighting flammable materials in an uncontrolled setting. For more information on wildfire prevention visit the following link http://www.smokeybear.com/wildfires.asp
During the Fire
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HURRICANES
What to do During the StormAccording to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
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What is a Hurricane?A hurricane is a storm with violent winds of 74 mph or higher.
Preparing for a Hurricane
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FLOODS
What to Do During a FloodAccording to the NFIP, the National Flood insurance Program
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What is a Flood A flood is an overflow of water that covers land that is usually dry.
Preparing for a Flood
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TORNADOES
What is a Tornado?Tornadoes are violently rotating columns of wind that suck nearby objects in to it's vortex. Flying debris is the cause of most deaths and injuries during a tornado.
Terms to know:
During a TornadoTake shelter underneath shelters that can best protect yourself from flying objects. During a tornado: take cover under something sturdy and STAY AWAY from windows.
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Signs of a TornadoNot all tornadoes give systems enough time to send out a warning signal. Sometimes, the winds come fast and without warning.
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TSUNAMIS
A tsunami, or seismic sea waves, is a series of enormous waves caused by underwater disruption that can smash into land with speed that reaches over hundreds of miles per hour.
Before the tsunami:
-Make a practice evacuation plan.
-Familiarize with the local tsunami evacuation routes and protocols
During:
-Immediately move inland (about 2 miles away from coastline) to a higher ground (about 100 feet above sea level)
- STAY AWAY FROM THE BEACH.
After:
-Return home when local officials confirm that it is safe
-Stay away from buildings surrounded by water
Before the tsunami:
-Make a practice evacuation plan.
-Familiarize with the local tsunami evacuation routes and protocols
During:
-Immediately move inland (about 2 miles away from coastline) to a higher ground (about 100 feet above sea level)
- STAY AWAY FROM THE BEACH.
After:
-Return home when local officials confirm that it is safe
-Stay away from buildings surrounded by water