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Here are the correct answers:

 

  1. Extended exposure to extreme heat can lead to heat-related emergencies, such as: 

    A. Heat cramps 

    B. Heat exhaustion 

    C. Heat strokes 

    D. All of the above 

Answer: D, all of the above 

  1. If you and your family cannot evacuate your home, the Canadian Red Cross recommends preparing to be self-sufficient for: 

    A. Half a day 

    B. Three days 

    C. 50 days 

    D. 100 days 

Answer: B, three days 

  1. Tornados typically occur: 

    A. In late afternoon or evening preceded by severe thunderstorms and dark clouds with patches of yellow or green. 

    B. First thing in the morning, preceded by calm conditions. 

    C. In the middle of the night, preceded by moonlight. 

    D. At noon, preceded by bright sunshine. 

Answer: A, in late afternoon or evening, preceded by severe thunderstorms and very dark clouds with patches of yellow or green. 

   4. Ontario's flood map shows:

        A. Directions for getting to your local mall

        B. Where there are active flood alerts issued by municipalities, the province and conservation authorities.

        C. Where to buy riverfront properties

        D. The locations that will be flooded in five years

Answer: B, where there are active flood alerts issued by municipalities, the province  and conservation authorities. 

  1. If you’re indoors during a tornado, the best thing to do is: 

    A. Stay in the lowest and most central room, preferably a basement or cellar. 

    B. Stay inside an elevator. 

    C. Open all the windows. 

    D. Run outside. 

Answer: A, stay in the lowest and most central room, preferably a basement or cellar. 

  1. What steps can a homeowner take to protect the “immediate zone” – which is the first 1.5 metres from their house – in the event of a wildfire? 

    A. Move flammable yard trimmings, firewood and propane tanks away from the house and deck. 

    B. Grow a fire-resistant garden and remove plants located right against the house. 

    C. Replace rotted or cracked boards on your deck. 

    D. All of the above. 

Answer: D, all of the above. 

  1. One step you can take to prevent flooding in your home is to: 

    A. Avoid drinking too much water. 

    B. Extend downspouts at least two metres from your home, to move water away from the building. 

    C. Install a sprinkler system in your yard. 

    D. Cover your windows with plastic film. 

Answer: B, extend downspouts at least two metres from your home, to move water away from the building. 

  1. Environment Canada uses the term “tornado watch” when: 

    A. Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms with one or more tornadoes. 

    B. A group gathers to enjoy snacks and watch tornadoes pass by.

    C. A tornado has been reported. 

    D. Meteorologists are conducting general research on tornadoes. 

Answer: A, conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms with one or more tornadoes. 

 

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