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1
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TRUE OR FALSE
It can be assumed that the higher
the storm signal is, the worse the weather condition is.

A

TRUE

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is the region surrounding the Philippines that PAGASA monitors regarding changes in the atmosphere.

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Philippine area of responsibility (PAR)

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TRUE OR FALSE
The number of typhoons and developing typhoons that entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) is at least twenty a year.

A

TRUE

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4
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This area is only used for monitoring weather disturbances in our country, such
as typhoons.

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The Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR)

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5
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TRUE OR FALSE
Typhoons have ONE size and strength

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FALSE

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WHAT DOES PAGASA STAND FOR?

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Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration

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7
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PAGASA developed the ______________________to inform the public about an incoming typhoon.

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public storm warning signals
(PSWS)

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8
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WHY DOES During an expected typhoon, a weather bulletin with a specific public storm warning signal (PSWS) is released?

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to provide information and warning ahead of time.

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9
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IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
30–60 WINDSPEED
no damage to very light damage
36 HOURS LEAD TIME

A

PSWS 1 TROPICAL DEPRESSION

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10
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HOW MANY PSWS DO WE HAVE?

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5

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IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
61-120 WINDSPEED
light damage to moderate damage
24 HOURS LEAD TIME

A

PSWS 2 TROPICAL STORM

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IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
121-170 WINDSPEED
moderate to heavy damage
18 HOURS LEAD TIME

A

PSWS 3 SEVERE TROPICAL STORM

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IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
171-220 WINDSPEED
HEAVY TO VERY HEAVY damage
12 HOURS LEAD TIME

A

PSWS 4 TYPHOON

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IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
MORE THAN 220 WINDSPEED
very heavy to widespread damage
12 HOUR LEAD TIME

A

PSWS 5 SUPER TYPHOON

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WHAT DOES PSWS STAND FOR?

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PUBLIC STORM SIGNAL WARNING SYSTEM

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16
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TRUE OR FALSE

THE TYPHOON ANNOUNCED BY PAGASA LATE SO PEOPLE WILL NOT HAVE TIME TO PREPARE

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FALSE

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17
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TRUE OR FALSE
different areas, depending on the movement of the typhoon and how it will affect an area.

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TRUE

18
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TRUE OR FALSE
ONLY ONE KIND OF PSWS IS ANNOUNCED DURING A TYPHOON

A

FALSE - DIFFERENT PSWS ARE ISSUED DEPENDING ON THE MOVEMENT OF THE TYPHOON

19
Q

TRUE OR FALSE
WHEN TYPHOON IS IN PAR
Always listen to the news and be
aware of the vents in your surroundings. Being

A

TRUE

20
Q

IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS

CLASSES FROM ELEMENTARY TO HIGH SCHOOL ARE SUSPENDED

A

PSWS 2 TROPICAL STORM

21
Q

IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS

FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN THE COASTAL AREA SEA WAVES REACH 4 TO 14 METERS

A

PSWS 2 TROPICAL STORM

22
Q

IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
sea waves usually reach more than 14 meters.

A

PSWS 3 SEVERE TROPICAL STORM

23
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IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
sea waves can usually reach from 1.24 to 4 meters.

A

PSWS 1 - TROPICAL DEPRESSION

24
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

WHEN THE TYPHOON HITS THE LAND THE SPEED IS INCREASED

A

FALSE

25
Q

IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
houses with medium-built materials may experience collapsed walls and
unroofing.

A

PSWS 5 - SUPER TYPHOON

26
Q

WHAT ARE THE THINGS YOU SHOULD HAVE SURVIVAL KIT

A

○flashlight and battery-operated radio
○batteries
○ simple tools (ex. scissors)
○ first aid kit
○ drinking water in a safely-sealed container
○ blankets
○ emergency numbers
○ copy of important documents

27
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Precautionary Measures Before a Typhoon

A

Be informed about your surroundings.
Hold a family meeting and plan the things
Prepare an emergency survival kit
Secure the area around and in your house against
Secure your house from floods.
Monitor the weather by listening to news updates.
Keep your mobile phones charged.

28
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TRUE OR FALSE
Do not travel. Do not attempt to leave the house even if the weather calmed for a bit.
It could probably be because the eye must be passing.

A

TRUE

29
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

DURING A TYPHOON YOU MUST STAY NEAR THE WINDOW

A

FALSE

30
Q

TRUE OR FALSE
Prepare to evacuate anytime.

A

TRUE

31
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

YOU CAN PLAY WITH YOUR CELLPHONE DURING THE TYPHOON

A

FALSE - SAVE THE BATTERY OF YOUR PHONE

32
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

YOU SHOULD NOT TURN OFF THE ELECTRICITY IN YOUR HOUSE EVEN IF THERE IS THREAT OF FLOODING

A

FALSE

33
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to warn the public about the expected
amount of rainfall during a typhoon or rainy weather. The rainfall warning is given as needed, especially in areas where flooding is a recurring problem.

A

Rainfall Warning Signals to

34
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is a weather disturbance that occurs in the Philippines with some regularity.

A

TYPHOON

35
Q

TRUE OR FALSE
Preparedness for a typhoon starts with knowing what to do before, during, and after it. You already know the hazards and the possible effects of a typhoon in the
community.

A

TRUE

36
Q

TRUE OR FALSE
A typhoon is a natural phenomenon that cannot be prevented. However, preparing
for a typhoon can prevent or minimize its negative effects on everyone’s life.

A

TRUE

37
Q

WHAT IS A YELLOW RAINFALL ADVISORY

A

HEAVY RAINFALL
7.5-15 MM RAIN
FLOODING IS POSSIBLE
WE NEED TO MONITOR

38
Q

COMPARE THE PSWS TO VEHICLES

A

PSWS 1 -BICYCLE 61 KPH OR LESS
PSWS 2 -MOTORCYCLE 61–120 KPH
PSWS 3 -CAR 1201-170 KPH
PSWS 4 -TRAIN 171-220 KPH
PSWS 5 -BULLET TRAIN MORE THAN 220 KPH

39
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WHAT IS A ORANGE RAINFALL ADVISORY

A

INTENSE RAINFALL
15-30 MM RAIN
FLOODING IS THREATENING
WE NEED TO BE ALERT

40
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WHAT IS A RED RAINFALL ADVISORY

A

TORRENTIAL RAIN RAINFALL
MORE THAN 30 MM OF RAIN
SERIOUS FLOODING IS EXPECTED
WE NEED TO BE EVACUATED

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