Disaster Preparedness Quiz

E. All of the above

Take the time to plan and pack an emergency kit filled with the essentials you need to grab in an emergency. A full list of suggested items to pack is listed on the Australian Red Cross website.

Did you know there is a fast, easy and secure way to prove who you are? Download the free Australia Post Digital iD app to help relieve some of the stress when disaster occurs.

Having your identity confirmed and key identifying documents such as passport, driver’s licence and your Medicare card pre-loaded and available electronically on your phone means you can feel more in control – especially if you need to apply for replacement documentation.

B. Neighbours

The people most likely to help you in an emergency are your neighbours, along with your friends and family.

It’s a good idea to have at least three key people you could call for help in an emergency. Identify your support network of people you can talk to, including someone nearby who could help. Have a chat with neighbours about what you can do together to lessen the impact of disasters in your community.

A. False

Many hotels and shelters DO NOT accept animals (except assistance animals).

It’s important to have an emergency plan for your pets too!

Plan for where your animals can stay during an emergency. Also think about who you would call to help you if an emergency happens while you’re away from home – we suggest that you introduce your neighbours to your pets, so if something were to go wrong, someone nearby would be able to help.

D. All of the above

Everyone needs to be involved.

Remember that your neighbours are most likely to help you in an emergency, so it’s worth starting a conversation with them about your plan so that you can support each other.

Australian Red Cross Pillowcase workshops have been delivered in thousands of schools across Australia, often by our volunteers. The workshop encourages children to be active participants in their own emergency preparedness by asking them to decorate and fill a pillowcase with the essentials they would take with them in an emergency.

B. Your local emergency broadcaster

When emergency events strike, being prepared, knowing your neighbours and staying connected with your community can make a difference.

Find your local emergency broadcaster that will provide essential up to date information before, during and after an emergency event to support the safety of communities.

Make sure you have a battery-operated radio in your emergency kit.

To access additional incident information, visit your state emergency services.

D. Depends on the impact

Studies from the University of Melbourne show it can take years to recover.

Our research shows that getting prepared means people make good decisions during and after disasters, and this reduces stress and can help you recover better from a disaster.

Having a plan that helps you continue your life if the worst happens can help you stay calmer and recover better. From all the disasters Red Cross has responded to, we know the more connected a community is and the more prepared you are, the more resilient we are together.