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Scholastic Science 26 Hurricanes

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    Week 26 Scholastic Science for ESL students.
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  • What is a hurricane?
    A swirling, whirling, rainy storm!
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  • The center of a hurricane is calm and safe. What's it called?
    The eye of the storm.
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  • Next to the eye of the storm there are powerful winds. What is this area of a hurricane called?
    The eye wall.
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  • Where does a hurricane form?
    Over the ocean.
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  • What kinds of damage can a hurricane cause?
    Knock down trees, flip cars, smash homes, make huge waves, etc.
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  • How much rain can a hurricane bring in one day?
    Twelve inches. (~30cm)
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  • How can a hurricane affect a community?
    Flooding, damage, requiring repairs, etc.
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  • What does a hurricane hunter do and how do they help other people?
    Fly into a hurricane to figure out when it will hit land.
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  • Why would you need to evacuate during a hurricane?
    It's dangerous; there's flooding, strong winds, loss of electricity, etc.
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  • How can you prepare for a hurricane?
    Wow, you really know your stuff! / Sorry, we were looking for...
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