Storms

This is a picture of what type of storm?

• hurricane
• tornado
• thunderstorm

This is a picture of what type of storm?

• hurricane
• tornado
• thunderstorm

A violent, dangerous, rotating column of air that is in contact with both the surface of the earth and a cloud.

• Hurricane
• Tornado
• Thunderstorm

A heavy storm that is accompanied by rain, thunder, lightning, and strong winds.

• Hurricane
• Tornado
• Thunderstorm

500 miles in diameter and can travel thousands of miles

• hurricane
• tornado
• thunderstorm

Long duration: It can last for days to weeks.

• Hurricane
• Tornado
• Thunderstorm

Typically short duration (minutes to hours)

• Hurricane
• Tornado
• Thunderstorm

Damage caused by storm surge, which results in coastal flooding.

• Hurricane
• Tornado
• Thunderstorm

Damage can be caused by flying debris, downbursts, hail, lightning, and flash floods.

• Hurricane
• Tornado
• Thunderstorm

What should you do if you are outside when there is a lightning storm?

• stand under a tree
• go inside
• play in the pool
• talk on the phone