All About Floods

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What is a flood?

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An event when a dry piece of land suddenly gets submerged in water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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How many inches of water does it take to wash a person away?

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6 inches.

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What is a Flood Warning?

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A Flood Warning is issued when flooding is imminent. Move to higher ground and avoid flooded roads!

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What should you focus on when making a safety poster about floods?

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How to stay safe when a flood is nearby.

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How many feet of water does it take to wash away a car?

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2 feet.

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What causes floods?

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Floods can be caused by heavy rainfall, melting snow, or dam failure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is a flood watch?

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A flood watch means that conditions are favorable for flooding.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What should you do if a flood is approaching?

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Move to higher ground and avoid flooded areas.

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What are the different types of floods?

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Types of floods include flash floods, river floods, and coastal floods.

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What is the difference between a flood watch and a flood warning?

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A flood watch means flooding is possible; a flood warning means flooding is happening or will happen soon.