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- Winter Weather Quiz Two
Winter Weather Quiz Two
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What is your Winter Weather IQ?The Uinta County and Wyoming Emergency Management Agency, National Weather Service, and the Southwest Region of American Red Cross celebrate Wyoming Winter Weather Awareness Week during October each year. Numberous activities will take place throughout the week to heighten awareness and preparedness levels of Wyoming residents. To test your knowledge, these agencies have developed the following quiz. Take a few minutes to test yourself. You may be surprised at what you do or don’t know! |
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| Which of the following is NOT a common winter weather hazard in Wyoming? |
True or False: Windchill will affect your automobile? |
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| Blizzards Ice Storms High Winds Cold Temperatures |
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| Which keeps you warmer in cold weather? |
What is the correct phone number for Wyoming road information? |
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| Multiple layers of loose fitting, light weight, warm clothing A single layer of heavyweight, bulky clothing |
1-888-WYO-ROAD 1-800-IM-STUCK 1-888-BIG-SNOW 1-800-IAM-COLD 1-888-BRR-RRRR |
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| Hypothermia is defined as: |
During which month are temperatures normally the coldest in Wyoming? |
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| A cold needle A mild form of the Asian Flu A potentially fatal lowering of a person’s body temperature Ice crystals in a person’s skin tissue |
October December January March July |
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| True or False: Hypothermia occurs most frequently when outside air temperatures are between +30 and +50 degrees Fahrenheit. |
Which of the following is allowed in an American Red Cross? |
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Pets/Animals Weapons Alcohol Toys C and D |
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| The number one rule to remember if you become stranded in your vehicle is: (pick the BEST answer, all are correct.) |
What should you do to make your home winter proof? |
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| Stay in your car Run the heater 10 minutes each hour Keep your tail pipe clear of snow Tie a bright, colorful cloth on your antenna |
Change filters in your furnace. Cover windows with plastic Seal cracks in walls and doors Service your fireplace, chimney, furnace Insulate your water pipes All of the above. |
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| Which of the following is the safety alternative heating source to us in your home if you lose heat during a winter storm? |
If it is absolutely necessary to travel during winter storm, should you: |
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| Charcoal Grill Kersosen Heater Wood Burning Stove Gas Stove |
Let someone know your route, destination and estimated arrival time Carry a winter survival kit Keep your gas tank full Call for the latest road and travel conditions before you leave All of the above |
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| When severe winter weather threatens, where can you go for information? |
True or False: Winter Storms are considered deceptive killers because most deaths are indirectly related to the storm. |
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| Local radio/TV NOAA Weather Radio The internet The weather channel All of the above |
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| If you suspect someone is suffering from hypothermia, you should: |
What percentage of winter fatalities related to ice and snow occur in automobiles? |
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| Take off their wet clothing Wrap them in a warm blanket, sleeping bag or coat Give them something warm to drink (non-alcoholic) Keep them awake All of the above |
20% 40% 50% 70% |
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| Which one of the following items is NOT a recommended item for your automobile’s winter survival kit? |
What could be the consequence of ignoring road closure barriers and signs? |
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| Water Blanket and/or sleeping bag First Aid Kit Perishable Food Cellular phone or 2-way radio |
Lose your license Fine of $100 Risk life, limb and health Jail sentence up to 30 days All of the above |
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| What should you have on hand in your home when a storm strikes? |
True or False: You can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning if you smell it early enough. |
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| Flashlight and extra batteries NOAA weather radio and/or battery powered radio Extra food and water Special needs supplies: medicine First Aid Kit All of the above |
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| · 1b · 2a · 3c · 4True · 5a · 6c · 7e · 8e · 9d · 10f |
· 11False · 12a · 13c · 14d · 15f · 16e · 17true · 18d · 19e · 20False |
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How did you score?If you scored lower than you had hoped, you still have time to raise your level of preparedness. Winterize your home and vehicles, assemble a winter survival kit, and go over winter safety rules with ALL family members. You, too, can be a Blizzard Wizard!! |
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| 18-20 |
Blizzard Wizard (want a job?) |
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| 15-17 |
Snow-it-All (well….Almost) |
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| 12-14 |
Frost Bitten (stay close to home this winter!) |
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| 9-11 |
Hockey Puck (you’re skating on thin ice!) |
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| 0-8 |
Winter Whiner (ever thought of moving to Florida?) |
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