Conversation Questions: Disaster Preparation

Preparations for a Disaster

• What can you do to prepare in advance for a disaster?
• How much warning time do people normally have to prepare for typhoons, hurricanes, and earthquakes?
• How much warning time do people normally have for tsunamis?
• What sorts of preparations would you make if a typhoon was going to hit your area?
• Why do people leave when a typhoon is coming?
• What has your family done in the past to prepare for a disaster?
• Do you have extra food and water in your house?
• Do you have an electric generator in your house?
• What are some essential things you would need in your house in order to be prepared for a disaster?
• Do you have food and water in your car?
• How can you help your pet prepare for a disaster?
• Do you know where the evacuation area is in your area?
• What should you do if you receive a tornado warning?

During a Disaster

• What happens during an earthquake? How long does an earthquake usually last?
• What happens during a tsunami?
• What happens during a typhoon?
• How can you prevent injury?
• Where are some dangerous places to be in your house?
• Where are some safe places to be in your house?
• What could you say to someone who is frightened?

Following a Disaster

• What are some problems people have right after a natural disaster?
• What are some things you should do as soon as possible? For example,listen to the radio, watch television, check gas and water.
• How can you get food, water, and ice if the power in your area is off?
• How can you travel without electricity or gasoline?
• What are some short-term problems people might have after a disaster?
• What are some long-term problems people might have after a disaster?
• What are some health problems that might arise after a disaster?
• Who should you contact to let them know you are safe?