PREPARING FOR A VOLCANIC ERUPTION
How do we prepare for a volcanic erup�on? Volcanic erup�on is one of the most
destruc�ve natural disasters. Preparing for a volcanic erup�on can help us to survive when an
erup�on occurs. So, people need to know how to prepare for a volcanic erup�on. Important
prepara�ons for a volcanic erup�on involve following the advice of local authori�es, planning
the evacua�on, and stocking up on daily necessi�es.
Following the advice of local authori�es helps people to prepare beter for this natural
disaster. This is one of the most important prepara�ons for a volcanic erup�on. Local
authori�es know about the natural condi�ons there such as the frequency of volcanic
erup�ons there and the signs local warning system. They are also experienced in handling this
disaster. People have to know how to prepare for a volcanic erup�on from them. And not only
that, but they also have to learn how to evacuate if this disaster occurs.
Besides learning from the local authori�es, we also have to draw up an evacua�on
plan. It will help people to evacuate. First, people must avoid river areas and low-lying regions.
Those places are dangerous when the volcanic erupt. Next, Decide where exactly to go. Find
the safest and most effec�ve way to shelters.
The last prepara�on is stocking up on necessi�es and supplies. Once a volcanic
erup�on strikes, it forces people to go out of their homes. Usually, people don’t have supplies
to bring out from their homes. So they have to go to shelters to get food and medica�on
supplies. Therefore, everyone needs to buy them in advance. People need to stock up on items
such as water and non-perishable food for at least two weeks at home and they have to keep
that in a large portable container. People also have to prepare an emergency supply kit such
as a medica�on batery-powered radio, a flashlight, and warm clothing for at least five days
to survive.
In brief, anyone who lives near an ac�ve volcano should follow the advice of local
authori�es, have an evacua�on plan, and stock up on supplies. It is hard to predict when the
volcanic erup�on will occur, but some simple knowledge and prepara�ons will be a great help
for us to survive. So, let’s get prepared for this kind of calamity.