Environmental Challenges
This disaster can happen in the Midwest and can blow the roof off a house. What might people do to stay safe when this happens?
Go to a basement or safe room during a tornado.
When too much plant food enters rivers and lakes, the water can turn green and smell bad. How does this affect fish and swimming?
It can make it hard for fish to live and not safe for people to swim.
farmers sometimes lose the best part of their dirt because of strong rain or wind. Why is this a problem for growing food?
Without good dirt, plants can’t grow well and it’s harder to grow food.
Some fish that don’t belong in the Midwest rivers can hurt the fish that do live there. What might happen to the river if these fish take over?
The native fish might disappear and the river could change.
Farms with lots of cows and animals can make a gas that goes into the air. Why is it important to think about this gas?
Because it can make the earth warmer and change the weather.