DISASTER PREPAREDNESS OF THE COLLEGE STUDENTS IN THE UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES, CATARMAN NORTHERN SAMARSURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE

PART I. PROFILEDirection: Please answer the questions directly and as honestly as possible.Name( Optional) :_____ Course: 1. Do you have a disaster preparedness subject/concept in your course?( )yes ( )no

If yes, please specify:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Have you attended trainings, seminars, drills or demonstrations in relation to disaster preparedness?( ) yes( ) no

If yes, can you please fill up the table below :

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PART II. AWARENESSON DISASTER RELATED ISSUESDirection: On the space provided below, please check () on the appropriate box on what is your stand regarding the information provided according to degree.5-Highly agree4-Moderately agree3-Agree2-Disagree1-Highly disagreeDISASTER RELATED ISSUESSCALES

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A. PRE-EXISTING WARNING SIGNS

1. Typhoon

1.1 There are classifications of typhoon according to strength such as: tropical depression, tropical storm, typhoon and super typhoon.

1.2 I have knowledge regarding the meaning of public warning signals given by PAG-ASA such as: public storm warning signal #1, 2, 3, & 4.

1.3 I believe that when animals became highly disturbed and restless, typhoon will follow.

1.4 Sudden change of temperature of the environment is a sign that a typhoon will occur.

2. Earthquake

2.1 I have knowledge regarding the meaning of earthquake intensity scale given by PHIVOLCS from intensity 1-10.

2.2Sudden rise or fall of water level in the well means that earthquake will possibly occur.

2.3 When well water turns muddy, it means that earthquake is approaching.

2.4 Sudden and rapid increase or decrease water flow in the river indicates that earthquake will occur.

3. Tsunami

3.1 A very strong earthquake along the coast is a sign that tsunami will occur.

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3.Tsunami

3.3 Sudden retreat or rise of sea water indicates that tsunami will occur.

4.Landslides

4.1 Continuous rain will result to possible landslide.

4.2 Deforestations of mountains will result to landslide.

4.3 Construction of heavy structures over unstable land slope will cause landslide.

5. Flood

5.1 Heavy rainfall for a short period of time will cause flooding.

5.2 High tides with corresponding heavy rainfall will result to flooding.

B. POTENTIAL HAZARDS

1. Typhoon

1.1 Occurrence of lightning is possible which can cause death, injuries and can spark fires

1.2 Typhoon can cause destruction to livelihood and properties.

2. Earthquake

2.1 Earthquake can cause destruction of bridges, elevated concrete structures and can cause loss of lives.

2.2 Changes in river path are possible result of earthquake.

2.3 Series of earthquakes can cause cracks on highways, lands and houses.

3. Tsunami

3.1 Tsunami can cause loss of lives and destruction of properties.

3.2 People living near the coastline areas are greatly affected.

3.3 It can cause sudden flooding.

4. Landslides

4.1 Landslides can take lives of people living near unstable land slopes.

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4. Landslides

4.2 It can cause destruction of infrastructures and livelihood.

4.3 It can alter geographical location.

5. Flood

5.1 Dangerous animals like snakes and spiders may be found inside the house.

5.2 It can bring diseases such as leptospirosis, schistosomiasis and diarrheal diseases.

5.3 Flood can cause broken electricity, water, gas and telephone lines.

C. DISASTER RELATED SERVICES BY CONCERNED AGENCIES

1. Communication Warning, Public Information Service (PDRRMO,PIO,PIA,DILG,LGU, PAGASA)1.1 Provide, operate, and maintain continuous reliable communication and adequate warning system throughout the period of impending and/or existing disaster calamities.

1.2 Provide accurate information and instructions to the civilian populace in the forthcoming calamities arising from natural or normal causes through mass media.

1.3 Release public announcements regarding weather conditions.

2. Rescue and Engineering Service(DPWH,AFP,PNP,PNRC PEO)2.1 Preparation of rescue equipments such as ambulance, speed boats and facilities for evacuation.

2.2 Actual rescue and engineering operations during and after disasters.

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3. Relief and Rehabilitation Service (DSWD,DOH,DA,AFP,PNP,PNRC,LGU)3.1 Distribute donations received by the department in accordance with the relief requirements.

3.2 Provide appropriate assistance for rehabilitation of victims.

4. Health and Medical Service (DOH,PNRC,PHO,RED CROSS)4.1 Responsible for hospital treatment team for emergency disaster cases.

4.2 Facilitate the supplies, medicines and transport during emergency situations.

5. Emergency Transportation Service (LTO,DPWH,PEO,AFP,PNP)5.1 Assist in providing emergency relief assistance to victims of disaster.

5.2 Transport victims of disaster to a rehabilitation facility.

6. Police Auxiliary (AFP,PNP,DILG)6.1 Assist in transporting victims whenever disaster arrives.

6.2 Facilitate the area for the safety of the entire populace.

7. Auxiliary Fire Services(BFP,DILG,)7.1 Develop province wide consciousness in the prevention and suppression of fire through conducting drills and seminar.

7.2 Rescue victims of disaster.

8. Evacuation Service (PDDRMO,DepED,LGU,DILG)8.1 Evacuate the populace in properties systematically in case of emergency or calamities arise.

8.2 Aid in assisting the victims in having an area ready for evacuation.

PART III.LEVEL DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

Direction: On the space provided below, please answer each statement accurately and objectively by checking the categories based on the following:

5-Always 4-More often 3-Often 2-Sometimes1-Never STATEMENTSSCALES

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A. Typhoon

1. I listen to television and radio reports.

2. I prepare disaster supply kit such as foods, potable water, kerosene, batteries, flashlights, handy radios, cellphones, important documents and first aid supplies.

3. I stay in our house and keep calm.

4. I know where to find the evacuation area.

5. I stay in low-lying areas, riverbanks, creeks and coastal areas.

6. I operate any electrical equipment during heavy rains.

7. I stay outside when there is strong winds and heavy rains.

8. I keep appliances, valuables, garbage and chemicals beyond the reach of floodwaters.

B. Earthquake

1. I prepare plan ahead with my family in case of an earthquake.

2. I participate in regular earthquake drills.

3. I place large or heavy objects on higher shelves.

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4. I stay in low-lying buildings.

C. Tsunami

1. I evacuate to higher grounds whenever tsunami alert is raised.

2. I stay alert to PAGASA & PDRRMC updates.

3. I stay in low-lying coastal area after a strong earthquake.

D. Landslide

1. I know the different kinds of land which are prone to landslide.

2. I secure a list of emergency hotline numbers prior to any disaster.

3. I prepare disaster supply kit such as foods, potable water, kerosene, batteries, flashlights, handy radios, cellphones, important documents and first aid supplies.

4. I stay along unstable land slope.

E. Flood

1. I know the flood warning system of our community.

2. I know the evacuation plan in our community.

3. I am informed of the daily weather condition and forecast from PAGASA, PDRRMC and local media communications.

4. I keep a battery-operated radio and flashlight, cellphones, emergency cooking equipment, candles, matches, and a first aid kit handy in case of emergency.

Thank You!