Hurricanes

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What does it mean to evacuate?

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To evacuate means to leave a place for safety, especially during emergencies like hurricanes.

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How many categories of hurricanes are there?

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There are 5 categories of hurricanes.

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What is used to protect windows during a hurricane?

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Shutters are used to protect windows during a hurricane.

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How wide can hurricanes be?

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Hurricanes can be up to 100 miles wide.

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What was the name of the hurricane that caused devastation in New Orleans in 2005?

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The hurricane was named Katrina.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters and can cause strong winds and heavy rain.

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What is the eye of a hurricane?

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The eye of a hurricane is the calm center of the storm, surrounded by the eye wall where the strongest winds occur.

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What is the Saffir-Simpson scale?

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The Saffir-Simpson scale is a system used to classify hurricanes based on their wind speed and potential damage.

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What should you do if a hurricane warning is issued?

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If a hurricane warning is issued, you should follow evacuation orders and prepare your home for the storm.

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What are storm surges?

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Storm surges are rising sea levels caused by hurricanes that can lead to flooding in coastal areas.