Tornadoes
A tornado warning is
When a tornado could happen
Where do hurricanes happen?
Along the (east) coast
How do floods usually happen?
Quickly
Over a few days
Over a few weeks
In one day
Over a few days
What time of day do thunderstorms happen most often?
The afternoon
What can happen as a result of a shift in the tectonic plates?
A Tsunami
What wind speed can a tornado reach?
100 mph
250 mph
300 mph
500 mph
300 mph
.Where is the eye of a hurricane?
The center of the hurricane
When a lot of rain falls, floods can happen quickly. What is this type of flood called?
Flash Flood
What season are thunderstorms most likely to happen?
Summer
(Three part question)
What are the 3 parts of the water cycle?
*Hint: think rain and clouds
Evaporation
Precipitation
Condencation
What area of the United States that has the highest risk for tornadoes?
Tornado Alley
What should you do if a hurricane is coming in your area?
Leave the area if possible.
Seek shelter if you are unable to leave.
How does flooding happen when the weather gets too hot too quickly?
Snow in the mountains melts too quickly
From how far away can you hear thunder?
15 miles
30 miles
50 miles
100 miles
15 miles away
Which are the most expensive natural disasters?
Floods
(Two part question)
Tornado season typically begins in _____ and ends in _______.
Starts: March
Ends: August
How is the weather at the eye of a hurricane?
Calm
What are some causes of floods?
Thunder is the _____________ when the hole in the air collapses.
*Hint: Think about what thunder makes
Sound you hear
(Two part question)
_______________ changes every day where as _______________ stays the same over long periods of time.
Weather; Climate
What is a tornado watch?
When a tornado has been spotted in your area
How fast can hurricane winds blow?
100 mph
200 mph
350 mph
500 mph
200 mph
Why can't someone swim during a flood to escape it?
The debris floating in the flood is dangerous. The debris could be household items, cars, beds, glass, etc.
How many thunderstorms happen every day on Earth?
180
320
1,800
3,200
1,800 every day
What tool is used to measure air pressure?
A Barometer