Hurricanes or heavy snow can cause storm surge, which is:
What happens when chunks of cliffs break off in stormy seas
A back and forth motion of blizzard winds
A huge dome of water pushed from the sea by high winds
A series of waves that may be 200 feet tall
Most residential hurricane wind damage starts with wind entry through:
Garage doors
Sliding glass doors
The attic
The best place to take shelter from a tornado is a storm cellar or basement.
In preparing for a storm, which of these items should NOT be in your supplies?
If you live in a high-rise condominium or on the beach, it's better to stay at home rather than evacuate.
You should evacuate your home or apartment if:
All of these
Local authorities announce an evacuation and you live in that evacuation zone
You live in a mobile home
You live on the coast, near a river or floodplain
If you must evacuate, what should you bring with you?
All of these
Important personal papers including insurance papers, medical records, etc.
Any prescription medication with at least a two week supply
Your own food and water supplies for at least 24 hours even if your going to a shelter
To ensure your pet's safety during a storm You should tranquilize them.
If you are outdoors when a tornado approaches, move parallel to it.
Hurricanes can cause sudden, violent downdrafts which are hazardous to aircraft.
Hurricanes cause tremendous destruction to homes and businesses. But along and near the coast, what is the single biggest threat to life from these storms?
High winds
Tornadoes
Storm surge
To prevent or reduce damage to your home, what kind of preparation can be made to your home before a hurricane hits?
How can you minimize damage to your home and maximize your chance of recovery before a storm strikes?
After a hurricane has passed, there are still hazards to avoid. They may include:
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