Disasters

 Typhoons, earthquakes, and fires are, unfortunately, frequent events in our country. Typhoons, since beside us is the Pacific Ocean. Earthquakes, since we are in the Pacific Ring of Fire. And fires, especially during the month of March. This blog contains information on what you should and/or can do before, after, and during these disasters. But before any of that, here is an overview of the disasters we are going to discuss:

Typhoons


A typhoon or a tropical cyclone is a circular air movement that starts over the warm ocean waters in the warm part of Earth near the Equator. Most tropical cyclones create fast winds and great rains. While some tropical cyclones stay out in the sea, others pass over land. They can be dangerous because of flooding and because the winds pick up objects, including things as big as small boats. Tropical cyclones can throw these things at high speeds.

Earthquakes


Earthquakes happen when a plate scrapes, bumps, or drags along another plate. When does this happen? Constantly. About a half-million quakes rock the Earth every day. That's millions a year. People don't feel most of them because the quake is too small, too far below the surface, or deep in the sea. Some, however, are so powerful they can be felt thousands of miles away. Geologists cannot predict earthquakes. They hope they will in the future through continued research and improved technology. Earthquakes can happen anytime or anywhere. But you can prepare for the unpredictable with a family safety plan, emergency kit, and supplies.

Fires

In just two minutes a fire can become life-threatening. In five minutes, a residence can, be engulfed in flames. Fire is FAST! In less than 30 seconds a small flame can turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for thick black smoke to fill a house or for it to be engulfed in flames. Fire is HOT! Heat is more threatening than flames. Room temperatures in a fire can be 100 degrees at floor level and rise to 600 degrees at eye level. Inhaling this super-hot air will scorch your lungs and melt clothes to your skin. Fire is DARK! Fire starts bright, but quickly produces black smoke and complete darkness. Fire is DEADLY! Smoke and toxic gases kill more people than flames do. Fire produces poisonous gases that make you disoriented and drowsy. Asphyxiation is the leading cause of fire deaths, exceeding burns by a 3-to-1 ratio.



Sources:
  • https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/earthquake
  • https://kids.kiddle.co/Tropical_cyclone
  • https://www.ready.gov/home-fires



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