# Q6B · Discuss in detail Preparedness and Response stages of Disaster Relief for Cyclone Dis…

Subject: Disaster Management

Exam: TEE

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Actual older TEE paper · 100 marks · Q1 compulsory; any four of Q2–Q7

### Q6B. Discuss in detail Preparedness and Response stages of Disaster Relief for Cyclone Disaster. [10 marks]

#### Answer

| Training item | Tsunami | Cyclone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trigger and lead time | Recognise official alerts and natural signs; nearby sources can give very little time. | Follow progressively updated cyclone forecasts and warnings, often with longer preparation time. |
| Movement | Rehearse rapid movement to designated high ground/inland safe areas. | Rehearse early evacuation to cyclone-safe shelters before routes become unsafe. |
| Shelter and hazards | Avoid mapped inundation areas and expect several waves. | Protect against wind, flying debris, storm surge and rain flooding. |
| Return | Wait for the tsunami all-clear; the first wave may not be largest. | Wait for official clearance and do not mistake the eye’s calm for safety. |

Both manuals need accessible routes, accountability, essential supplies, family contacts and arrangements for people needing assistance. Local hazard maps determine actual safe destinations.

## Preparedness versus response

| Disaster | Preparedness before impact | Response when threatened/affected |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tsunami | Map inundation, mark safe routes, teach natural signs and practise evacuation. | Move to safe ground promptly on warning, restrict unsafe coast access and conduct trained rescue/relief. |
| Cyclone | Monitor forecasts, prepare shelters, secure suitable buildings and plan assisted evacuation. | Complete evacuation before conditions deteriorate; provide shelter, urgent care and safe restoration. |

#### Real case · Phailin, 2013

India reported pre-emptive evacuation of more than one million people before Cyclone Phailin. This is a real example of warning linked to action. For a formation question, keep the physical process separate; for management, explain how evacuation reduces exposed people’s immediate risk.

[Case reference ↗](https://www.pib.gov.in/newsite/erelcontent.aspx?lang=2&reg=48&relid=105888)