Chap 6 Key Terms 1

Question 1

Coriolis force

Answer 1

Effect that causes deflection of moving objects to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere due to the Earth’s rotation

Question 2

cyclone

Answer 2

A large area of low atmospheric pressure, characterized by inward-spiraling winds.

Question 3

derecho

Answer 3

A complex of thunderstorms that travels more than 240 miles (386 km) with wind speeds greater than 58 mph (93km/h).

Question 4

disaster

Answer 4

Natural or man-made occurrence disrupting the normal conditions of existence and causing a level of suffering that exceeds the capacity of adjustment of the affected community

Question 5

disaster declaration

Answer 5

Proclamation by a government that releases resources (e.g. funds, personnel or special procedures) or otherwise hastens the response to a disaster (see state of emergency).

Question 6

emergency operations center (EOC)

Answer 6

Central command center where emergency conditions are monitored and decisions are made.

Question 7

Enhanced Fujita Scale

Answer 7

Six level numerical, damage-based classification of estimated wind speeds, usually applied to tornadoes.

Question 8

extratropical cyclone

Answer 8

Cyclone-scale storm that is not a tropical cyclone, usually referring to cyclones of middle and high latitudes.

Question 9

first responders

Answer 9

Personnel likely to be the first to arrive and assist In emergencies (including storms and other natural disasters) such as police, firefighters, paramedics, and others with specialized skills and equipment as needed

Question 10

restoration

Answer 10

process of repairing and re-establishing critical utility services to end users during utility storm response.

Question 11

restoration pruning

Answer 11

Pruning to redevelop structure, form and appearance of topped or damaged woody plants.

Question 12

Saffir-Simpson Scale

Answer 12

Classification scheme for hurricane intensity based on the maximum surface wind speed and the type and extent of damage done by the storm

Question 13

sleet

Answer 13

Rain that freezes into solid ice pellets before hitting the ground

Question 14

small-scale response

Answer 14

Storm Response handled entirely by locally based personnel.

Question 15

staging area

Answer 15

Designated location where personnel and equipment are gathered and prepared for deployment

Question 16

storm drill

Answer 16

To fix something in the mind or habit pattern by repetitive instruction, in this case, storm response procedures.

Question 17

storm recovery

Answer 17

Process of repairing damage and restoring services following a storm

Question 18

storm response

Answer 18

The collective efforts of government, utilities, contractors, first responders, and volunteers to bring relief to areas stricken by storms. In utility arboriculture, the combined efforts of utilities and contractors to mobilize and assist in the restoration of utility services.