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Although Mother Nature’s unstoppable storms can arrive with little warning, you can help keep yourself and your loved ones protected by staying aware of the weather and creating a solid plan for emergencies.
Find out how prepared you are for serious weather and disasters with this quiz.
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Read More: After a natural disaster has passed, here are seven questions to ask.
By Julie Russell
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
The National Weather Service issues advisories, watches and warnings for tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, floods, hurricanes, winter weather and more. Which alert is safe to ignore?
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While “warning” sounds the most serious, all NWA alerts signal weather events that are important to pay attention to. Here’s what they mean:
– Watch is used for possible significant weather or water events for which the timing or location is still uncertain.
– Advisory is used for events that are either expected or occurring, but do not pose a major risk to life and property.
– Warning is used for events that are either expected or occurring, and that pose a major risk to life and property.Incorrect
While “warning” sounds the most serious, all NWA alerts signal weather events that are important to pay attention to. Here’s what they mean:
– Watch is used for possible significant weather or water events for which the timing or location is still uncertain.
– Advisory is used for events that are either expected or occurring, but do not pose a major risk to life and property.
– Warning is used for events that are either expected or occurring, and that pose a major risk to life and property. -
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
The snow is falling quickly and the roads are getting dicey. As you’re driving, you realize you can’t outrun this winter storm, and there’s no shelter nearby. What should you do?
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Slow down on wintry highways to avoid sliding off the road—or into other cars. If you’re stuck and there’s no shelter nearby, says the National Weather Service, run the motor for 10 minutes per hour to warm your car, taking care to clear the exhaust pipe and crack a window to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Slow down on wintry highways to avoid sliding off the road—or into other cars. If you’re stuck and there’s no shelter nearby, says the National Weather Service, run the motor for 10 minutes per hour to warm your car, taking care to clear the exhaust pipe and crack a window to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
True or false: In case of a disaster, you should have at least one gallon of stored drinking water per person in your household.
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Access to clean drinking water may be a problem after a natural disaster. The Department of Homeland Security recommends making sure you have at least one gallon of drinking water per person for three days. Keep in mind that this is the minimum. If you live in a hot climate or have a medical emergency, you’ll need more.
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Access to clean drinking water may be a problem after a natural disaster. The Department of Homeland Security recommends making sure you have at least one gallon of drinking water per person for three days. Keep in mind that this is the minimum. If you live in a hot climate or have a medical emergency, you’ll need more.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
The National Weather Service, state and local agencies, and other officials might send you a WEA. What is a WEA?
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Wireless Emergency Alerts arrive on your cellphone with a distinct sound—different from a text—and a vibration. A WEA lets you know when there’s severe weather in your area (it may also be used for AMBER alerts and other emergencies), so make sure they’re enabled on your mobile phone.
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Wireless Emergency Alerts arrive on your cellphone with a distinct sound—different from a text—and a vibration. A WEA lets you know when there’s severe weather in your area (it may also be used for AMBER alerts and other emergencies), so make sure they’re enabled on your mobile phone.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
True or false: During a flood, one foot of rushing water can be enough to carry away a small car.
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Never underestimate the power of floodwater—it can take just six inches to knock over an adult, says the National Weather Service, just one foot of it to carry away a small car, and two feet of it to carry away most vehicles. More alarming is that the most common flood fatalities occur when people drive into hazardous floodwater, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Always steer clear.
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Never underestimate the power of floodwater—it can take just six inches to knock over an adult, says the National Weather Service, just one foot of it to carry away a small car, and two feet of it to carry away most vehicles. More alarming is that the most common flood fatalities occur when people drive into hazardous floodwater, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Always steer clear.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
Which of these should be included in a good emergency plan?
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Prepare, prepare, prepare. When disaster hits, focus on the safety of your family, neighbors and pets. Leave valuables behind. Nothing matters more than your life.
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Prepare, prepare, prepare. When disaster hits, focus on the safety of your family, neighbors and pets. Leave valuables behind. Nothing matters more than your life.
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
How can you prepare a pet for an emergency evacuation?
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According to the Department of Homeland Security, prepping for your pet’s needs in an emergency is key to ensuring a safe evacuation of your entire family. Plan for them as you would for yourself, and keep extra food, water and medicines on standby.
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According to the Department of Homeland Security, prepping for your pet’s needs in an emergency is key to ensuring a safe evacuation of your entire family. Plan for them as you would for yourself, and keep extra food, water and medicines on standby.
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
True or false: Choose an out-of-town or out-of-state person to serve as your family’s emergency contact.
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During a natural disaster or severe weather, you may find it easier to reach someone who is not affected by it. Remember, everyone in your family should contact the same person.
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During a natural disaster or severe weather, you may find it easier to reach someone who is not affected by it. Remember, everyone in your family should contact the same person.
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Which members of your household need a “go bag”?
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Pre-packed and ready to go, aptly named “go bags” contain absolute essentials for a few days’ time, should you need to evacuate your home in mere minutes. Make sure everyone in the household—including pets—has a bag prepared.
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Pre-packed and ready to go, aptly named “go bags” contain absolute essentials for a few days’ time, should you need to evacuate your home in mere minutes. Make sure everyone in the household—including pets—has a bag prepared.
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
True or false: Flood insurance is part of a standard homeowners or renters insurance policy.
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Flood damage is not covered in standard policies. Make sure you’re covered with flood insurance before disaster strikes.
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Flood damage is not covered in standard policies. Make sure you’re covered with flood insurance before disaster strikes.
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