Storm Safety
When a severe storm or any type of harsh/dangerous weather condition may occur, who will issue a severe weather alert?
National Weather service
What do thunderstorms produce?
Heavy rain, lighting, strong winds, and sometimes hail or tornadoes.
What is a hurricane?
A powerful storm that generally forms in tropical areas, producing winds of at least 74 mph, heavy rains and sometimes tornadoes.
What is a tornado?
A whirling, funnel-shaped windstorm that causes destruction as it advances along the ground in a narrow path.
What is one type of hazardous winter storm?
A blizzard.
What is a watch?
Indicates that severe weather is possible during the next few hours.
What should you do if a thunderstorm is forecast or showing signs of one approaching?
Get indoors duh
In the United States, hurricanes strike mainly along which coasts?
Eastern and southern coasts.
Tornadoes are most common where?
East of the Rocky Mountains.
What is a blizzard?
A snowstorm with winds that reach 35 mph or more.
What is a warning?
Means that severe weather has already been observed or is expected soon.
The lightning produced by thunderstorms can result in what?
Electrocution.
Hurricanes can cause what?
Major flooding, and flying debris can injure or kill people and cause property damage.
The whirling winds of a tornado can reach speeds of how many mph?
300 mph.
Whenever you are outside in a winter storm, you should watch out for what?
Signs of frostbite or hypothermia.
Where do watches and warnings go out to?
Radio, television, and the internet.
If you see lightning or hear thunder, what rule should you use for lightning safety?
The 30/30 rule.
What is the deadliest part of a hurricane?
The storm surge.
What are some signs of a tornado?
Dark/greenish skies, large, dark, low-lying cloud that may be rotating, loud roar sounding like a freight train.
What should you avoid doing in a winter storm?
Driving.
Why do watches and warnings go out to people?
To let the public know about the dangers and to take steps to protect themselves.
You should get or stay indoors if you hear thunder within how many seconds of seeing lightning?
30 seconds.
What is a storm surge?
A massive wave that sweeps in from the ocean, occasionally advancing up to hundreds of miles inland.
If you are caught out in the open of a tornado what should you do?
Lie flat in a ditch or other low-lying area and cover your head with your hands.
If you are caught in a blizzard while driving, what should you do?
Pull off to the road and turn on your emergency flashers. Stay in the car until help arrives or the storm ends.