tropical depression, tropical storm, category 1-5 (5 is the worst)
When the air expands and contracts, it creates an explosion called ___ .
thunder
What is a violent, whirling column of air in contact with the ground? Has a funnel-shaped cloud that spins very fast. It has very strong winds that can destroy many houses and buildings.
tornado
How are tornadoes measured?
Fujita scale
What is a violent winter storm characterized by freezing temperatures, strong winds, and blowing snow?
blizzard
What are some tornado safety rules?
Stay inside away from windows, doors and outside walls. Cover your head and body to protect yourself from flying objects.
Hurricanes cause ___ and can destroy many homes and buildings.
floods
How is lightning formed?
strong updrafts & downdrafts create positively and negatively charged particles in the clouds
When is hurricane season?
begins June 1 and ends November 30
Which storm has rain, thunder, and lightning?
thunderstorm
What are some lightning safety rules?
Stay indoors away from doors and windows. Do not use the telephone. Take off head sets. Turn off, unplug, & stay away from appliances, computer, TV
What do we use to measure hurricanes?
the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale
What is an intense tropical storm with exceeding high winds, lots of rain and high ocean waves?
hurricane
What are some blizzard safety rules?
Stay indoors. If you go outside after the storm, wear layers of clothing. (cold temperatures, frostbite, hypothermia)
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