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Emergency Preparedness
Questions in this category should focus on planning for the eventuality of fires, natural disasters and other emergencies.
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Why was a warning issued in Massachusetts for Hurricane Earl?
Warnings were issued in areas where hurricane conditions are likely within 36 hours. Earl is expected to pass very near Nantucket later on Friday. The following statement was recently issued by the National Hurricane Center for these warned areas:
FOR THOSE UNDER A WARNING...NOW IS THE TIME TO RUSH TO COMPLETION
PREPARATIONS FOR THE PROTECTION OF LIFE AND PROPERTY. EVACUATE IF
DIRECTED TO DO SO BY LOCAL OFFICIALS...OR IF YOUR HOME IS
VULNERABLE TO HIGH WINDS OR FLOODING. FOR INTERESTS AT
PORTS...DOCKS...AND MARINAS...URGENTLY COMPLETE PRESCRIBED
PREPARATIONS ACCORDING TO YOUR EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN FOR
TROPICAL CYCLONES. IF YOU LIVE ON A BOAT...MAKE FINAL PREPARATIONS
FOR SECURING YOUR CRAFT BEFORE LEAVING IT. BE SURE TO ACCOUNT FOR
THE POSSIBLE CLOSURE OF BRIDGES AND CAUSEWAYS. REGARDING ANY
COASTAL WATERS UNDER A WARNING...SMALL CRAFT SHOULD REMAIN IN PORT
AND WELL SECURED. FOR THOSE UNDER A WATCH...CONTINUE WITH YOUR
PREPARATIONS AND LISTEN FOR POSSIBLE WARNINGS. REGARDING ANY
COASTAL WATERS UNDER A WATCH...SMALL CRAFT SHOULD RETURN TO PORT
OR SEEK SAFE HARBOR. DETERMINE THE BEST STRATEGY FOR SECURING YOUR
CRAFT. CLOSELY MONITOR NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR OTHER LOCAL NEWS
OUTLETS FOR OFFICIAL STORM INFORMATION. LISTEN FOR POSSIBLE
CHANGES TO THE FORECAST. FOR ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONARY AND
PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION...PLEASE REFER TO THE DETAILED
RECOMMENDATIONS RELATIVE TO YOUR LOCATION AS FURTHER DESCRIBED BY
YOUR LOCAL NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE OFFICE AND LOCAL EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT.
ALL PREPARATIONS FOR HURRICANE EARL SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY NOON
FRIDAY.
Do you commence CPR on a person when signs of rigor mortis or lividity are present?
No, CPR should not be performed when signs of rigor mortis or lividity are present as they are indicators of post-mortem changes and cannot be reversed through CPR. It is important to confirm death before starting or continuing resuscitation efforts.
How many autoinjectors will be used during a buddy care for a nerve agent casualty?
Two autoinjectors will typically be used during buddy care for a nerve agent casualty - one containing atropine and the other containing pralidoxime (2-PAM). The administration of these autoinjectors is crucial in providing immediate treatment to counteract the effects of the nerve agent exposure.
To keep the injured part of the body still and secure to prevent further damage and pain to that specific area. there are also dynamic splints which serve a supportive and correctional purpose at the same time helping the injured person to perfom a task.
What do you do when a downburst occurs?
During a downburst, it is important to seek shelter immediately in a sturdy building or vehicle, away from windows and doors. Stay indoors until the storm passes to avoid the strong winds and potential debris. Do not attempt to go outside during the downburst to prevent injury from flying objects or falling debris.
In order to ensure your visibility, keep your windshield and exterior light covers clean and make sure your wipers and defrosters are working properly. You should use your headlights whenever driving in rain, fog, or snow, but remember to use only your low-beam lights, as high beams can actually impair your visibility.
What drug may cause hypothermia?
Alcohol!!
One of the risks of drinking too much and passing out is death by hypothermia.
The alcohol numbs your senses, so the shiver reflex is suppressed. It also relaxes your muscles so the vaso-constriction reflex that preserves body heat by reducing blood flow to the extremities is also less effective.
A local lad died in our bus-shelter after drinking too much and falling asleep. It wasn't a particularly cold night, yet the cause of death was hypothermia brought on by alcohol intoxication. Lots of people felt quite guilty that they'd just left him there to 'sleep it off' rather than call an ambulance.
The role of NCC in disaster response?
The National Coordinating Center (NCC) handles the day-to-day operations and response activities triggered by emergencies and disasters affecting the telecommunications infrastructure up to major disasters where the Federal Response Plan (FRP) is not activated.
NCC functions:
- Receive damage reports, reports of service outages and estimates of restoration capabilities from affected government and industry entities.
- Monitor the status of the telecommunications industry and Federal Government response.
- Maintain contact with FEMA regarding the emergency or crisis.
What behavior by rodents predicts the incoming earthquake?
Rodents have been observed to exhibit erratic behavior such as increased agitation, restlessness, and unusual movements before an earthquake. This behavior may be a result of their heightened sensitivity to changes in the environment, including electromagnetic signals or changes in air pressure, which can occur before seismic activity.
The Best way to protect yourself in an earthquake is to?
Drop, cover, and hold on. Seek shelter under a sturdy piece of furniture, cover your head and neck, and hold on until the shaking stops. Be prepared with an emergency kit and have a plan in place for communication and evacuation.
What are the results of surface contamination used to determeine?
Surface contamination results are used to determine the presence of harmful substances, such as bacteria, viruses, chemicals, or radioactive materials, on surfaces. These results help identify potential health risks, assess the need for cleaning and decontamination procedures, and ensure a safe environment for occupants.
What do you do when your on the ice and it cracks?
Stay calm and try to distribute your weight evenly on the ice. Slowly crawl or roll away from the crack, heading back in the direction you came from. Do not stand up quickly or make sudden movements to prevent further cracking.
What type of gas would cause coughing and vomiting?
The first thing I can think of is teargas.Then carbon monoxide, woodsmoke, chlorine gas, gasseous ammonia , like in tankers on the trains. Also do NOT mix household chemicals. Chlorine bleach and ammonia mixed creates a gas that can quickly overwhelm you in an enclosed space. You can die from this. Propane and natural gas will also cause this, even a slow leak. Plain gasoline. Lots more things. Try to be "green" and clean with white vinegar, baking soda, and dish soap as much as you can. The fewer chemicals in the home the better. All this marketing of "smell-good" products is hype. Nothing smells better than just plain clean.
The best way to protect yourself in an earthquake?
you get under the nearest table or desk, keep your head under it, and hold on to the table's leg
Safety precautions are vital during an earthquake. People can protect themselves by standing under a doorframe or crouching under a table or chair until the shaking stops. They should not go outdoors until the shaking has stopped completely. Even then, people should use extreme caution. A large earthquake may be followed by many smaller quakes, called aftershocks. People should stay clear of walls, windows, and damaged structures, which could crash in an aftershock.
Can anyone offer ways to protect yourself in the event of a derecho?
The precautions to take for a derecho are similar to those for a tornado. Stay indoors and seek shelter underground or in a windowless room. Trailer homes should probably be abandoned for sturdier shelter.
Where have the most bushfires been?
Australia's most bushfire-prone areas are wherever there is thick bushland, particularly in the southern states, which have long, hot, dry summers. Most of Victoria, South Australia's Adelaide Hills, Western Australia's southwest and the bushland around Sydney and the Blue Mountains seem to be the areas hit most frequently.
Where will I be Safe when a bushfire happens?
There are no real safe places in a bushfire. A large body of water will certainly provide some protection, but one could not surface whilst the bushfire passed. In the Eyre Peninsula bushfires of 2005, several people jumped into the sea to escape the flames.
Underground bunkers, if airtight, would be safe, but a standard basement would not. It is best to evacuate the area.
In what year was the world's worst Bushfire?
Seven years.
Canberra's most dangerous bushfires were in January 2003. Four people were killed, over 500 homes destroyed, and the Mount Stromlo Observatory, headquarters of the Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics of the Australian National University was destroyed.
How many people can get killed in a bushfire?
Bushfires are fast and intense, and can engulf whole towns very quickly. As a result, dozens can be killed in a town at any one time. For example, the Victorian "Black Saturday" bushfires which began on 7 February 2009 killed a known total of 173 people - Australia's worst ever bushfire toll to date.
What time did the Queensland bushfire start?
The devastating bushfires in Victoria, Australia, officially started on Saturday, 7 February 2009. Fire authorities were alerted to the worst of the fires at Kilmore, at 11.20am on Saturday, when smoke and then flames were seen near the top of a hill outside the town in central Victoria.
What should you have in a first aid kit in a blizzard?
You should have a weather radio or scanner that uses batteries along with extra batteries.
You should stay inside if possible. If you must go outside, wear protective clothing.
If the electricity goes out, be careful when using alternative sources of heat. Try to stay in one room and close off unneeded rooms. Pets should be brought indoors or taken to a protected area. Be sure to eat and drink to stay healthy.
You should have an emergency kit or supplies in your home with extra batteries, food, water, and first aid supplies. Children in the home should know where the emergency supplies are kept and should practice using them.
In a vehicle:
Carry flashlights, emergency blankets, extra clothing, a shovel, a first aid kit, a knife or multi-tool, food, and water in the car in case you get stranded. Never leave the vehicle! Keep moving to stay warm. Run the vehicle for short periods for heat, but crack the window a small amount to avoid buildup of exhaust fumes.
Make the vehicle visible for rescue by hanging bits of colored cloth or plastic from the windows.
Do not rely on a cell phone as your only emergency supply! Service may be disrupted during a storm, your battery may die, or rescuers may not be able to reach you for many hours.
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What precautionary measures before during and after tsunami?
Signs that s Tsunami is Approaching
There are some signs that could warn you if a tsunami is going to happen. Take note of the following: 1. If an earthquake occurs near a body of water.
2. If water along a shoreline recedes dramatically.
3. Some kinds of animals hear the noise of tsunami and move towards the opposite direction towards inland.
4. When you hear a loud roar similar to that of a train or an airplane.
The tsunami warning system consists of sensors that can detect tsunamis andcommunications system that could alarm to allow evacuation of coastal areas. Since tsunamismove at 0.14 to 0.28 km/s and earthquake waves at 4 km/s, it is assumed that, when an earthquake is confirmed, there is enough time to predict a tsunami.To reduce the effect of a tsunami, a tsunami wall of 4.5 meters in height can be constructed in populated coastal areas. Floodgates and channels can be built to redirect the water from the tsunami, and the shore can be covered with trees. All these slow down and moderate a tsunami. However, they cannot totally prevent the destruction and loss of life. Before a tsunami Watch out for warning signs. Remember to run uphill when you are near the shore and you felt an earthquake, when you observe animals heading uphill or away from the shore, or when you observe the water at the beaches recede into the sea. During a Tsunami If you run uphill on the first warning signs, you will probably have enough time to reach safe high ground. If not, the only thing you can try is to climb up a tree, although there is no assurance that the water will not reach you. The best thing is to run at the first warning signs or when an evacuation announcement has been made. After a Tsunami to wait for some time to make sure there are no other waves coming after the first wave before you clear up the debris. A tsunami is a series of waves. The first wave may not be the most dangerous. The waves may come five minutes apart to an hour apart. The cycle may be marked by repeated retreating and advancing of the ocean or sea. Do not go to the shore once the first wave has gone. Expect more to come.
Precautionary measures in the use of microscope?
There are some basic safety precautions for using a microscope. Always handle it with both hands, learn its various functions before trying them out, use proper lighting, handle the glass slides with care and disinfect the eyepiece before using it.
What is the name of a famous Australian bushfire?
Up until 2009, the deadliest and most destructive Australian bushfires were the January 1939 "Black Friday" fires which decimated entire towns in minutes and killed 71 people. The "Ash Wednesday" fires in February 1983, which blazed from Adelaide and right across Victoria, killed 72 people and burnt out 5 million hectares burnt out. Over 2 thousand homes destroyed, several townships wiped out and 750 farms affected. The "Ash Wednesday" fires resulted in major legislative changes governing where and how people could build houses outside the metropolitan areas. Even more destructive were the "Black Saturday" bushfires that started on 7 February 2009 and ultimately killed over 200 people in different parts of the state of Victoria. These were caused by a combination of extended extreme temperatures, arson and electrical power pole faults.
