Hurricanes

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What are hurricanes?

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Hurricanes are dangerous storms of wind and rain.

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What should you do before a hurricane hits?

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Board up the windows.

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Where do hurricanes form?

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Hurricanes form over the ocean.

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How do hurricanes differ from tornadoes?

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Hurricanes form over the ocean and tornadoes form over the land.

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What can cause power outages during a hurricane?

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High winds and falling trees can cause power outages.

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True or False: Hurricanes can cause flooding.

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True.

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What is the center of a hurricane called?

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The center of a hurricane is called the eye.

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What is a storm surge?

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A storm surge is a rise in sea level caused by a hurricane.

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What should you have in an emergency kit for a hurricane?

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You should have water, food, and a flashlight in an emergency kit.

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What is the Saffir-Simpson scale?

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The Saffir-Simpson scale measures the intensity of hurricanes.