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Published on Nov 19, 2015
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EARTHQUAKES AND TYPHOONS
MADE BY: FRANCIS QUE 8-VARIARA
THIS E-BROCHURE CONTAINS:
- Cause and Effects of Earthquakes and Typhoons
- Preparing before, during and after these calamities
- Government agencies involved during these calamities
- A brief introduction about earthquakes and typhoons
AN EARTHQUAKE IS
THE RESULT OF A SUDDEN RELEASE OF ENERGY IN THE EARTH'S CRUST THAT CREATES SEISMIC WAVES
Photo by Teo
WHAT IS A TYPHOON?
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A TYPHOON IS
A MATURE TROPICAL CYCLONE THAT DEVELOPS IN THE NORTHWESTERN PART OF THE PACIFIC OCEAN
Photo by Juber Al-haddad ™
WHY IS THE PHILIPPINES PRONE TO EARTHQUAKES AND TYPHOONS?
Photo by The Wandering Angel
IT IS BECAUSE...
THE PHILIPPINES IS LOCATED INSIDE THE PACIFIC RING OF FIRE AND TYPHOON BELT
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WHAT ARE THE CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF EARTHQUAKES?
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CAUSES OF EARTHQUAKES
- Subduction in an active subduction zone
- Strike-slip faults
- Volcanic activity from magma forcing its way through the crust
- Impact events
- Other earthquakes elsewhere on Earth
Photo by kevin dooley
EFFECTS OF EARTHQUAKES
- Seismic wave propagation
- Solid liquefaction
- Tsunamis
- Landslides
- Mass movement of landmass above the earthquake
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WHAT ARE THE CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF TYPHOONS?
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CAUSES OF TYPHOONS
- Warm Waters
- Moisture
- Inward Spiraling Winds
- Monsoon Trough
Photo by Marcos S. González Valdés
EFFECTS OF TYPHOONS
- Heavy rainfall
- Strong winds
- Destruction of buildings
- Flashfloods
- Storm surge
Photo by REM (rembcc)
GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
- Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration(PAGASA)
- Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology(PHIVOLCS)
- National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council(NDRRMC)
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HOW TO PREPARE BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER EARTHQUAKES
Photo by Rob Swatski
WHAT TO DO BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE
- Know the earthquake hazards in your area
- Follow structural design and engineering practices when constructing a house or building
- Evaluate the structural soundness of buildings and houses
- Strap or bolt heavy furnitures/cabinets to the walls
- Check the stability of hanging objects like ceiling fans or chandeliers
WHAT TO DO DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
- STAY CALM and DON'T PANIC
- If possible, quickly open the door for exit
- Duck under a sturdy desk or table, and hold unto it, or protect your head with your arms
- Stay away from glass windows, shelves, cabinets, and other heavy objects
- Beware of falling objects, be alert and keep your eyes open
WHAT TO DO AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE
- Be prepared for aftershocks. Once the shaking stops, take the fastest and safest way out of the building
- Don't use elevators.
- Don't enter damaged buildings
- Don't use telephones unless necessary
WHAT TO DO BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER A TYPHOON
WHAT TO DO BEFORE A TYPHOON
- Stock up food, medical supplies, etc.
- Prepare radios in case of blackouts to get latest storm updates
- Move your furniture to higher ground in case of flood
- Evacuate to higher ground if necessary
WHAT TO DO DURING A TYPHOON
- Listen to radios for storm updates
- Stay warm
- Always pray to God
WHAT TO DO AFTER A TYPHOON
- Check for broken outlets. You might get electrocuted.
- Clean the house after the flood has subsided
- Stay inside your house
- Wait for further announcements relating to the storm condition
