{"id":2289,"date":"2014-01-15T17:42:13","date_gmt":"2014-01-15T23:42:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.national-hurricane-center.org\/?p=2289"},"modified":"2014-01-15T17:42:13","modified_gmt":"2014-01-15T23:42:13","slug":"how-prepared-are-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.national-hurricane-center.org\/tips-and-tricks\/how-prepared-are-you","title":{"rendered":"How Prepared Are You?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Hurricane victims are often blindsided by the sudden impact of storms, especially when they weren’t fully prepared. Take our mini, essentials quiz to ensure you’re ready for the next tropical storm season.<\/p>\n
1. Make sure you’re stocked up on ________ days worth of water and non-perishable foods:<\/strong> Answer (a)<\/p>\n 2. Windows should be protected with:<\/strong> Answer (b)<\/p>\n 3. Important papers such as birth certificates and social security cards should be stored:<\/strong> Answer (b)<\/p>\n 4. Only coastal areas should prepare for hurricanes.<\/strong> Answer (b)<\/p>\n 5. The following are acceptable precautions to take for the safety of your vehicle except:<\/strong> Answer (b)<\/p>\n 6. During a hurricane, it is best to:<\/strong> Answer (a)<\/p>\n 7. If an evacuation order is implemented before the storm arrives, you should:<\/strong> Answer (b & c)<\/p>\n
\na. 3
\nb. 5
\nc. 7<\/p>\n
\na. Tape
\nb. Wood
\nc. Furniture<\/p>\n
\na. In someone’s pocket
\nb. In a plastic bag
\nc. In a binder or folder<\/p>\n
\na. True
\nb. False<\/p>\n
\na. Leaving vehicle in a carport.
\nb. Leaving vehicle under a tree.
\nc. Leaving vehicle in a garage.<\/p>\n
\na. Stay inside, away from windows.
\nb. Stay outside to avoid being trapped inside.
\nc. Try paddling or driving to an unaffected area.<\/p>\n
\na. Stay where you are, it may not be too bad.
\nb. If possible, leave immediately.
\nc. If it’s impossible to leave, prepare and take extreme measures to ensure safety.<\/p>\n