Answer in brief

DISASTER MANAGEMENT: RESPONDING TO DISASTERS

II. Answer in brief

1. Who are the community's first responders to disaster?

Community's first responders to disaster :

• Police officers

• Fire fighters and

• Emergency Medical technicians

2. Though Japan has the densest seismic network Indonesia has the most number of earthquakes. Why?

Indonesia is in a very active seismic zone, also , but by virtue of its larger size than Japan, it has more total earthquakes.

3. How many males and females die per day due to fire in India?

• 21 males and 42 females die every day in India due to fire.

4. What should you do after Tsunami?

• Use a weather radio for updated emergency information.

• Give first aid for injured and trapped persons.

• Call professionals with the right equipment to help the people those who are in need to be rescued.