Emergency Preparedness Flashcards

How much water per person per day should you store for an emergency supply kit?

Answer: One gallon

FEMA and NSC recommend storing at least one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days.

What does the term 'shelter-in-place' mean during an emergency?

Answer: Stay indoors and seal the building from outside air

Shelter-in-place means remaining inside a building and sealing it from outside air, typically used during hazardous material incidents.

Which federal agency coordinates the national response to disasters in the United States?

Answer: FEMA

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) is the primary federal agency responsible for coordinating disaster response and recovery.

What is the purpose of a Family Communication Plan in emergency preparedness?

Answer: To ensure family members can contact each other and reunite after a disaster

A Family Communication Plan establishes how family members will contact one another and where they will meet if separated during a disaster.

When should you turn off your home's natural gas supply after a disaster?

Answer: Only if you smell gas, hear it hissing, or see a broken pipe

You should turn off gas only if you detect signs of a leak, as unnecessary shutoffs require a professional to restore service.

What is the recommended minimum supply of non-perishable food for a basic home emergency kit?

Answer: Three-day supply

NSC and FEMA recommend a minimum three-day supply of non-perishable food per person for a basic emergency kit.

Which type of emergency alert system broadcasts official warnings directly to mobile phones without requiring an app?

Answer: Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)

Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) are sent directly to cell phones in an affected area without requiring sign-up or an app.