Wild Weather

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What is wild weather?

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Wild weather refers to extreme weather conditions such as storms, heat waves, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What causes a heat wave?

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A heat wave is caused by high pressure systems that trap warm air in an area, leading to higher temperatures.

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What should you do during a tornado warning?

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Seek shelter in a sturdy building, preferably in a basement or an interior room away from windows.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air.

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What is a storm?

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A storm is a disturbance in the atmosphere that can produce strong winds, rain, thunder, and lightning.

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CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather in a specific area.

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What is a flood?

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A flood is an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm with strong winds and low visibility.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What is lightning?

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Lightning is a sudden electrostatic discharge that occurs during a storm.

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CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3