It is a long period with little to no rain.
sandstorm
drought
It is a large mass of swirling wind.
hurricane
tornado
It is a disturbance in the atmosphere with a lot of wind.
storm
thunderstorm
What two things do thunderstorms have?
thunder and lighter
thunder and lightning
Where does a hurricane form?
on flat land
in mountains
over warm ocean water
____ are when water is too high in certain places and may cause damage. They are caused by heavy rains.
Floods
Rain
Earthquakes
These storms have thunder and lightning.
thunderstorms
____ happen when violent wind lifts large amounts of sand or dust into the atmosphere.
Tsunamis
Earthquakes
Sandstorms
Hurricanes
How can you reduce the impact of a flood?
flood walls made of sandbags or other materials, seawalls to prevent floods from ocean water, increase height of houses
How can you stay safe from a flood?
go to higher ground, prepare for a flood (reduce the impact), don't drive or walk in floods
How can you reduce the impact of a hurricane?
board windows to keep objects from breaking windows, flood walls, sturdy walls (brick, cement), etc.
How can you stay safe from a hurricane?
board windows, flood walls, go to higher ground if it floods, have a disaster kit, evacuate
How can you reduce the impact of a tornado?
sturdy walls and structure, strong doorways, good windows, repair roof
How can you stay safe in a tornado?
go to the basement, a room with no windows on the lowest floor (bathroom, closet), get under something sturdy
