1. Natural disaster means the harm caused by the sudden change of nature.
TRUE
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2. Flood occurs when water inundates land that’s normally dry.
TRUE
25
1. Follow regularly the weather conditions and warnings of the Astronomy Department for weather updates and alerts.
FALSE - METEOROLOGY
25
1. Preparing sandbags is a self-conduct to protect ourselves from flooding.
TRUE
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5. Cut the circuit breaker to prevent electric current from leaking when floodwater reaches the house.
TRUE
25
6. When flooding occurs, it is safe to wade or play in floodwater.
FALSE
25
7. Always have an emergency kit or bag in case natural disasters such as flooding and earthquake happen.
TRUE
25
9. Tornado refers to the sudden shaking of the earth’s surface.
FALSE
25
Natural disasters can cause serious positive effects on lives and properties.
FALSE
25
11. As a self-conduct to protect ourselves from earthquake, we should not place heavy objects in high places.
TRUE
25
12. It is unsafe to use elevators during an earthquake.
TRUE
25
13. During an earthquake stay close to doors, windows or glass areas. These areas will keep you safe.
FALSE
25
14. When flooding happens, outbreak of diseases such as diarrhea may occur.
TRUE
25
Natural disasters may affect our body and mind but not the society.
FALSE
25
1. Natural disasters may lead to stress, depression, and anxiety caused by grief and loss.
Effects on the mind
25
2. The government needs to spend massive national budget on rebuilding infrastructures, homes, and agriculture that were destroyed by natural disasters.