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13) Cyclone alert is given in your city. List any five safety measures you would
like to take.
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Answer:
(1) Safety services towards cyclone and other disaster by Government and other agencies:
Cyclone forecast and warning services: With the advances in technology, cyclone can be forecast in about 24 to 48 hours in advance. This becomes possible because of satellites and computers. When a cyclone is nearer to the coastline, the cyclone warning is forecasted almost at every half an hour.
Rapid communication to the Government and concerned people: Communication about the cyclone is given quickly to the Government and the people so that proper safety measures and rescue operations can be carried out.
Construction of cyclone shelters in the cyclone prone area.
Shifting the people quickly to a safer place.
(2) Action on the part of people:
Pay attention towards warning broadcasts from time to time.
In case of a cyclone warning, stock necessary food items and medicines.
If possible, move to a safer place.
Fishermen should not venture into the sea during a cyclone warning.
Cooperate with others in the community.
Help the rescue team.
Check with your local council or your building control authority to see if your home has been built to cyclone standards.
Check that the walls, roof and eaves of your home are secure.
Trim treetops and branches well clear of your home (get council permission).
Preferably fit shutters, or at least metal screens, to all glass areas.
Clear your property of loose material that could blow about and possibly cause injury or damage during extreme winds.
In case of a storm surge/tide warning, or other flooding, know your nearest safe high ground and the safest access route to it.
Prepare an emergency kit containing:
a portable battery radio, torch and spare batteries;
water containers, dried or canned food and a can opener;
matches, fuel lamp, portable stove, cooking gear, eating utensils; and
a first aid kit and manual, masking tape for windows and waterproof bags.
Keep a list of emergency phone numbers on display.
Check neighbours, especially if recent arrivals, to make sure they are prepared.