VOLCANIC ERUPTION

HARMFUL EFFECTS GEOLOGIC

Volcanoes spew hot, dangerous gases,

ash, lava, and rock that are powerfully
DISASTER

destructive. People have died from

volcanic blasts. Volcanic eruptions can
PREPAREDNESS
result in additional threats to health,
such as floods, mudslides, power
outages, drinking water contamination,
and wildfires
WHAT TO DO:
BEFORE
Build a Disaster Survival Kit, which includes items like non-perishable
food, water, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, extra flashlights
CONTACTS
and batteries. You may want to prepare a portable kit and keep it in
your car in case you are told to evacuate. This kit should also include
a pair of goggles and disposable breathing masks for each member
of the family.

Make a Family Disaster Plan. Your family may not be together when
disaster strikes, so it is important to know how you will contact one
another, how you will get back together and what you will do in case
of an emergency.

DURING
Be aware of mudflows. The danger from a mudflow increases
near stream channels and with prolonged heavy rains.
Mudflows can move faster than you can walk or run. Look
upstream before crossing a bridge and do not cross the bridge
if a mudflow is approaching.

Avoid river valleys and low-lying areas.

Remember to help your neighbours who may require special

assistance - infants, elderly people and people with access and
functional needs.
AFTER "We cannot stop natural disasters

Go to a designated public shelter if you have been told to

evacuate or you feel it is unsafe to remain in your home. Find but we can arm ourselves with

your local shelter here (linked to local shelter section) knowledge: so many lives

Local authorities may not immediately be able to provide wouldn't have to be lost if there

information on what is happening and what you should do. was enough disaster
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However, you should watch TV, listen to the radio or check the
Internet often for official news and instructions as they preparedness." SUBMITTED BY: JULIUS MARIANO
become available.
 EARTHQUAKE LANDSLIDE TSUNAMI
HARMFUL EFFECTS HARMFUL EFFECTS HARMFUL EFFECTS
The primary effects of The negative effects of A tsunami is a series of waves or surges
earthquakes are ground
landslides are: they most commonly caused by an
damagea/destroy ecosystems, earthquake beneath the sea floor.
shaking, ground rupture,
harm agriculture, damage built Tsunamis can cause great loss of life and
landslides, tsunamis, and property damage in coastal areas. Very
infrastructure, lead to economic
liquefaction. large tsunamis can cause damage to
losses, deaths, social disruption
coastal regions thousands of miles away
and can lead to other hazards. from the earthquake that caused them.
WHAT TO DO:
BEFORE WHAT TO DO: WHAT TO DO:
Make sure you have a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, a battery-
BEFORE BEFORE
Be aware of your environment. If you travel or are on
powered radio, a flashlight, and extra batteries at home. vacation somewhere, look around and make sure you If you live in a coastal area, ask your council about your
Learn first aid. understand where the threat may be. Look out for slopes tsunami risk and local warning arrangements.
Learn how to turn off the gas, water, and electricity. and tricky landscapes. Contact your local authorities and If you have a disability or special requirements, arrange
Make up a plan of where to meet your family after an
tell them about your observations. with your support network to alert you of any warnings and
earthquake. emergency broadcasts.
Don't leave heavy objects on shelves (they'll fall during a
When you drive around hills or mountains, keep your eyes Develop a Household Emergency Plan and have a Getaway
quake). and ears open for signs of debris falling. Plan Know where the nearest high ground is and how you will
Anchor heavy furniture, cupboards, and appliances to the
communications with your family so that you know where reach it. Plan to get as high up or as far inland as you can.
walls or floor. they are and what you will do in an event of a landslide. Plan your escape route for when you are at home, as well
Learn the earthquake plan at your school or workplace. Have an emergency kit in a safe and reliable place. Talk to as for when you may be working or holidaying near the
neighbors and discuss an escape plan. If possible, evacuate coast.
DURING before it happens.
Stay calm! If you're indoors, stay inside. If you're outside, stay outside. DURING
If you're indoors, stand against a wall near the center of the building,
DURING Take your getaway kit with you if possible. Do not travel into
stand in a doorway, or crawl under heavy furniture (a desk or table).
Landslides and mudslides happen very fast, and there the areas at risk to get your kit or belongings.
Stay away from windows and outside doors.
may be very little time to act. Move away quickly from Take your pets with you if you can do so safely.
If you're outdoors, stay in the open away from power lines or anything

Move immediately to the nearest higher ground, or as far

that might fall. Stay away from buildings (stuff might fall off the building
the path of the mudflow or landslide to another
or the building could fall on you). location. Do not try to stay close and take photographs. inland as you can. If evacuation maps are present, follow the
Don't use matches, candles, or any flame. Broken gas lines and fire
Landslide debris moves from uphill to downhill, routes shown.
don't mix. therefore avoid low-lying areas or valleys. If there is a Never go to the shore to watch for a tsunami. Stay away
If you're in a car, stop the car and stay inside the car until the
way to sound an alarm, do so. from at-risk areas until the official all-clear is given.
earthquake stops. Listen to your local radio stations as emergency
Don't use elevators (they may shut down).
Listen and look out for signs of further flows in that management officials will be broadcasting the most
TOMATOES
AFTER area, as the flowing debris often knocks against appropriate advice for your community and situation.
Check water, gas, and electric lines for damage. If any are surrounding slopes and sets off new flows. AFTER
damaged, shut off the valves. Check for the smell of gas. If
AFTER Continue to listen to the radio for civil defence advice and
you smell it, open all the windows and doors, leave
immediately, and report it to the authorities (use someone
do not return to the evacuation zones until authorities
Stay away from the location until the emergency have given the all-clear.
else's phone).
workers and the experts confirm that it is safe to go Be aware that there may be more than one wave and it
Turn on the radio. Don't use the phone unless it's an
back. Look out for loose wires, broken utility lines, and may not be safe for up to 24 hours, or longer. The waves
emergency.
Stay out of damaged buildings. hanging objects, as they may be hazards. Report them that follow the first one may also be bigger.
Be careful around broken glass and debris. Wear boots or to your rescue officials. Get in touch with emergency Check yourself for injuries and get first aid if needed. Help
sturdy shoes to keep from cutting your feet. officials or listen to the radio or TV on what to do. others if you can.
Stay away from damaged areas.