2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami
What caused the 2004 tsunami?
A massive undersea earthquake near Sumatra.
What magnitude was the earthquake that caused the 2011 tsunami?
9.0 magnitude.
In what year did Hurricane Katrina strike?
2005
How does climate change affect hurricanes?
Makes them stronger and causes heavier rain.
Which teacher let the school cut his hair
Dave
About how many people died in the 2004 tsunami?
Around 230,000
What major nuclear disaster followed the tsunami?
Fukushima Daiichi nuclear meltdown.
How many people died due to Hurricane Katrina?
About 1,833.
Why are storm surges worse today?
Rising sea levels.
which teachers is the plant lady?
jenna!
What warning sign occurred before the tsunami hit?
The ocean pulled back suddenly.
What caused extra damage after the tsunami in Japan?
A dam burst and nuclear radiation.
What caused most of the flooding in New Orleans?
Levee failures.
How does warmer ocean water affect hurricanes?
It fuels more powerful storms.
When did exploration first start!?
fall of 2021
Why were so many people caught off guard?
Lack of early warning systems.
What was one major failure exposed by the 2011 disaster?
Vulnerabilities in infrastructure and emergency response.
How much economic damage did Katrina cause?
Over $100 billion.
What is happening to hurricane movement because of climate change?
Hurricanes are moving slower, causing more prolonged damage.
jeff!
Name one major lesson learned from this disaster.
The importance of tsunami education and warning systems.
How did international cooperation help Japan afterward?
Global aid supported recovery and rebuilding efforts.
What was one major issue with the emergency response?
Delayed and insufficient help for stranded residents.
What action can help protect us from stronger storms?
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and building resilient infrastructure.
how many senior are in our 2025 class ?
38