Hurricane
Where does a hurricane form?
the ocean
what are earthquakes measured on?
The richter scale!
What is the main reason that causes tsunami’s?
Earthquakes
Where should you go in your house during a tornado
the lowest part of your house with no windows
What do you do if you are stuck in a mudslide
Evaluate to higher grounds immediately
What is a main ingredient for a hurricane?
Warm/moist water
True or false is there an exact number that earthquakes can be measured
False there is no exact number to scale to but it’s commonly estimated to be around 9.5
What are the three things you should do during the earthquake?
Drop, cover, hold on.
How long can tornados last for
Tornados can last from a couple of seconds to more that an hour
What do you do If stuck underneath something during a mud slide
Try to create noise or Light to alert that you need help
What was the worst hurricane Reported
The Great Hurricane of 1780
What are the steps you take to be safe in the event of an earthquake
Get down under a Sturdy surface and cover your head and neck to be safe from falling lbjects
What should you do if you’re on a boat and a tsunami is coming.
Get into deep water and go towards the waves
what month of the year can tornados happen
Tornados can happen any month of the year
What does “GS” stand for
G:get to high and away
S:seek sturdy shelter
How long can hurricanes be
300 miles long
What do you do if your near water
You try to move as high as you can to be safe from a possible tsunami after the earthquake
At least three important things you need a survival kit
1 gallon of water per person, non-perishable food, battery, powered radio, flashlight, kit, and important documents.
What do tornados form from
Severe thunderstorms
If trapped in your house during a mudslide what should you do
Move up stairs or find sturdy furniture try to avoid basements
True or false the Eye is the safest part of a hurricane
True it is somewhat calmer and slower than the exterior of the hurricane
What does the d.c.h stand for
Drop, cover, and hold on
If stuck in the ocean during a tsunami where should you go
In the deepest part of the ocean you can go
how many tornadoes does the U.S see on average a year
1000
what are some warning signs you should look for during a mudslide slide
tilting trees higher water levels new cracks in hill sides especially during heavy rain