meteorological hazards ii

• El Niño


  Climate pattern where water in Pacific Ocean near equator gets hotter than usual
• ENSO cycle


  Scientific term that describes fluctuations in temperatures between ocean and atmosphere in east central equatorial Pacific
• La Niña


  Water in same area along equator gets colder than usual
• La Niña


  Cold phase of ENSO
• Climate change


  Rise in average surface temperatures on Earth
• Climate


  Long term averages and variations in weather measured over period of several decades
• Meteorological hazard


  Process/phenomenon of atmospheric, hydrological, oceanographic nature that may cause loss
• Before typhoon


  Inspect house if necessary repair is needed
• Before typhoon


  Store adequate supply of food and water
• Before typhoon


  Put everything in house in an elevated position
• Before typhoon


  Keep survival items available
• Before typhoon


  Frequently listen to radio
• During typhoon


  Stay inside
• During typhoon


  Monitor radio
• During typhoon


  Turn off main source of electricity in case of flooding
• During typhoon


  Evacuate if needed
• After typhoon


  Check house for damage
• After typhoon


  Wear safety gear when working in hazardous areas
• After typhoon


  If house was damaged, make sure it is safe and stable to enter
• After typhoon


  Have knowledgeable person inspect electrical connections
• After typhoon


  Boil water before drinking
• After typhoon


  Clean
• Disaster prevention and mitigation

  Delivery of accurate warnings
• Disaster prevention and mitigation


  Response of people when given a warning