Tornadoes
Are Tornadoes bad? Yes or No?
Yes, Obviously!!
What is a Tsunami?
Tsunamis are giant waves caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions under the sea.
What is the name of the hurricane that occurred in 2017 around the Houston, TX area?
Hurricane Harvey occurred on August 25th, 2017.
Who is the mascot for Forest Fires?
The mascot for Forest Fires is Smokey The Bear!
How fast can an Avalanche move?
An Avalanche can move faster than 200 mph or 320 kph.
What are the different categories of Tornadoes called?
F1, F2, F3, F4, and F5.
How long does a Tsunami usually last?
A Tsunami usually lasts around five minutes to two hours.
What are the different categories of hurricanes called?
What causes Forest Fires?
Most Forest Fires are usually caused by lighting.
What are the Three different types of Avalanches called?
The different types of Avalanches are: Loose snow, slab and gliding avalanches.
How fast is the average tornado?
The average Tornado is around 60 mph!
What are the different categories of Tsunamis called?
Local Tsunami and Far Field or distant Tsunami.
How many people die from hurricanes every year?
68 fatalities are caused by hurricanes each year.
Do Forest Fires help the Ecosystem? Yes or No?
Yes, Forest Fires are natures way of regenerating the Earth.
How many Avalanches occur each year?
About 100,000 Avalanches occur each year.
How is a Tornado formed?
When wind variations with height support rotation in the updraft.
How is a Tsunami formed?
A Tsunami is formed from a large displacement of the ocean, resulting in an earthquake below the ocean floor.
How are Hurricanes formed?
Hurricanes are formed from a cluster of thunderstorms that suck up the warm, moist air and move it high into Earths atmosphere.
How long do Forest Fires usually last?
Forest Fires usually last an average of 37 days.
What causes Avalanches?
Avalanches occur when a layer of snow collapses and slides downhill.