Question

What planning is required in advance to deal with the situation created by a cyclone?
[3 marks]

Answer 1

Following planning is required in advance to deal with the situation created by a cyclone:

• Facilities for cyclone forecast and warning should be set up.
• Proper channel should be set up for rapid communication of warnings to the government agencies, the ports, fishermen, ships and to the public.
• Cyclone shelters should be constructed.
• Enough food should be stored in waterproof bags.
• Safe drinking water should be stored as contaminated water can cause diseases.
• Phone numbers of emergency services like police, hospitals, friends, and relatives should be kept handy.

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