Floods
What type of flood in Lancaster most prone to?
Flash Floods
What is a Torando?
A violently rotating column of air forming from a thunderstorm to the ground.
What speed does wind need to be for a storm to be considered a hurricane?
72-74 MPH
What is lightning?
A giant spark of electric energy between two clouds or a cloud and the ground
Are men or women more likely to be struck by lighting?
Men are four times more likely than women to be struck by lightning
How many inches of water can knock someone off their feet during a flood?
6"
Where is the safest place to be during a tornado?
A room with no windows, basement, or storm cellar
How fast does the wind need to be for a hurricane to be labeled Catastrophic?
157 of greater
What is the response to lightning protocol at Sight & Sound?
Stopping all outdoor work activities and seeking shelter
What is the average age of a person who is struck by lightning?
37 years old
How many flood incidents has Lancaster county experienced since 1996?
167, including 106 of those were flash floods, 60 River Area Floods, 1 Hurricane related incident
Should you take shelter under an overpass?
No.
At what speed does wind become dangerous and causes damage?
39 MPH
On average how many people in the united states are struck with lightning each year?
Around 300
How many lightning related deaths have occurred in the United States between 2006 and 2025?
517 lightning related deaths reported
What are the three categories of flood severity?
Major, Moderate, and Minor
Where are the tornado shelters at Sight & Sound?
The stage basement and the shop basement.
What is the fastest recorded wind? Hint: It was from Hurricane Olivia in Australia
253 MPH
10 out 50 States have the most lightning injuries, name 4
Texas, Florida, Colorado, North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, New Jersey, Arizona, Missouri, and Pennsylvania
How many lightning strikes hit the ground each year in the United States?
37 Million lightning strikes
How many inches of water does it take to carry away a vehicle?
12"
Where can you hear updates about tornadoes?
The EAS or NOAA Radio
What is Lancaster's biggest risk related to wind?
Hurricane force winds, not tornadoes
What month do the most lightning deaths take place?
July
What percentage of lightning strike victims survive?
90%