3rd Grade Extreme Weather

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a weather condition that includes lightning, heavy rain, and sometimes strong winds.

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What are high winds?

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High winds are strong gusts of air that can cause damage and are often associated with storms.

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What is lightning?

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Lightning is a powerful bolt of electricity that can travel between the ground and a thundercloud.

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What shape does a tornado have?

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A tornado has a twisted funnel shape.

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What causes a tsunami?

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A tsunami is caused by underwater earthquakes.

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What is hail?

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Hail is a type of precipitation that consists of balls or irregular lumps of ice.

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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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What is a flood?

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A flood is an overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry.

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What is a heatwave?

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A heatwave is a prolonged period of excessively hot weather.

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What is a natural disaster?

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A natural disaster is a catastrophic event caused by natural processes of the Earth.