HURRICANES

WHAT ARE HURRICANES

• A hurricane is a strong storm.
• They are made from heavy rain, strong winds and large waves.
• A hurricane can be 600 miles across and have strong winds at speeds of 75 to 200 mph.
• Hurricanes last about a week moving 10 to 20 mph.

WHAT ARE HURRICANES CONT.

• The hurricane becomes stronger when ocean water gets too warm (80 degrees) and evaporates.
• The eye is the calmest part of the hurricane. It has light winds and fair weather.
• Hurricanes go counter clock wise in the Northern Hemisphere and clock wise in the Southern Hemisphere .

NAMING OF HURRICANES

• Atlantic hurricanes are named by the National Hurricane Center.
• They are named in alphabetical order.
• They alternate the genders every year.
• The first hurricane in 2016 was named Alex.
• A bad hurricane's name is always retired.

LEVELS OF HURRICANES

DAMAGE FROM HURRICANES

• Flooding.
• Tornados.
• High winds can destroy trees and can damage buildings.
• Hurt people.

HURRICANE SAFETY TIPS

• Stay indoors.
• Board up windows.
• Do not drive.
• Have a first aid kit.
• Have cash on hand.
• Have canned food and bottled water.
• Keep a flash light and battery operated radio.
• Make sure your car has enough gas.