STORM WARNNG SIGNALS Flashcards
TRUE OR FALSE
It can be assumed that the higher
the storm signal is, the worse the weather condition is.
TRUE
is the region surrounding the Philippines that PAGASA monitors regarding changes in the atmosphere.
Philippine area of responsibility (PAR)
TRUE OR FALSE
The number of typhoons and developing typhoons that entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) is at least twenty a year.
TRUE
This area is only used for monitoring weather disturbances in our country, such
as typhoons.
The Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR)
TRUE OR FALSE
Typhoons have ONE size and strength
FALSE
WHAT DOES PAGASA STAND FOR?
Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration
PAGASA developed the ______________________to inform the public about an incoming typhoon.
public storm warning signals
(PSWS)
WHY DOES During an expected typhoon, a weather bulletin with a specific public storm warning signal (PSWS) is released?
to provide information and warning ahead of time.
IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
30–60 WINDSPEED
no damage to very light damage
36 HOURS LEAD TIME
PSWS 1 TROPICAL DEPRESSION
HOW MANY PSWS DO WE HAVE?
5
IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
61-120 WINDSPEED
light damage to moderate damage
24 HOURS LEAD TIME
PSWS 2 TROPICAL STORM
IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
121-170 WINDSPEED
moderate to heavy damage
18 HOURS LEAD TIME
PSWS 3 SEVERE TROPICAL STORM
IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
171-220 WINDSPEED
HEAVY TO VERY HEAVY damage
12 HOURS LEAD TIME
PSWS 4 TYPHOON
IDENTIFY THE STORM WARNING SIGNAL
MORE THAN 220 WINDSPEED
very heavy to widespread damage
12 HOUR LEAD TIME
PSWS 5 SUPER TYPHOON
WHAT DOES PSWS STAND FOR?
PUBLIC STORM SIGNAL WARNING SYSTEM
TRUE OR FALSE
THE TYPHOON ANNOUNCED BY PAGASA LATE SO PEOPLE WILL NOT HAVE TIME TO PREPARE
FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE
different areas, depending on the movement of the typhoon and how it will affect an area.
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
ONLY ONE KIND OF PSWS IS ANNOUNCED DURING A TYPHOON
FALSE - DIFFERENT PSWS ARE ISSUED DEPENDING ON THE MOVEMENT OF THE TYPHOON
TRUE OR FALSE
WHEN TYPHOON IS IN PAR
Always listen to the news and be
aware of the vents in your surroundings. Being
TRUE
IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
CLASSES FROM ELEMENTARY TO HIGH SCHOOL ARE SUSPENDED
PSWS 2 TROPICAL STORM
IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN THE COASTAL AREA SEA WAVES REACH 4 TO 14 METERS
PSWS 2 TROPICAL STORM
IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
sea waves usually reach more than 14 meters.
PSWS 3 SEVERE TROPICAL STORM
IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
sea waves can usually reach from 1.24 to 4 meters.
PSWS 1 - TROPICAL DEPRESSION
TRUE OR FALSE
WHEN THE TYPHOON HITS THE LAND THE SPEED IS INCREASED
FALSE
IDENTIFY THE TYPHOON PSWS
houses with medium-built materials may experience collapsed walls and
unroofing.
PSWS 5 - SUPER TYPHOON
WHAT ARE THE THINGS YOU SHOULD HAVE SURVIVAL KIT
○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
Precautionary Measures Before a Typhoon
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.
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.
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
DURING A TYPHOON YOU MUST STAY NEAR THE WINDOW
FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE
Prepare to evacuate anytime.
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
YOU CAN PLAY WITH YOUR CELLPHONE DURING THE TYPHOON
FALSE - SAVE THE BATTERY OF YOUR PHONE
TRUE OR FALSE
YOU SHOULD NOT TURN OFF THE ELECTRICITY IN YOUR HOUSE EVEN IF THERE IS THREAT OF FLOODING
FALSE
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.
Rainfall Warning Signals to
is a weather disturbance that occurs in the Philippines with some regularity.
TYPHOON
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.
TRUE
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.
TRUE
WHAT IS A YELLOW RAINFALL ADVISORY
HEAVY RAINFALL
7.5-15 MM RAIN
FLOODING IS POSSIBLE
WE NEED TO MONITOR
COMPARE THE PSWS TO VEHICLES
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
WHAT IS A ORANGE RAINFALL ADVISORY
INTENSE RAINFALL
15-30 MM RAIN
FLOODING IS THREATENING
WE NEED TO BE ALERT
WHAT IS A RED RAINFALL ADVISORY
TORRENTIAL RAIN RAINFALL
MORE THAN 30 MM OF RAIN
SERIOUS FLOODING IS EXPECTED
WE NEED TO BE EVACUATED
