Severe Weather

Which storm most often brings hail?

• thunderstorm

• tornado

• hurricane

Which of these would you NOT expect during a thunderstorm?

• lightning

• strong wind

• tropical storm

• heavy rain

What happens if a hurricane moves over land or cold ocean water?

• it will get stronger
• it will get weaker
• it will upgrade its category
• it will morph into a typhoon

During a _________ you should lay low in a ditch if you can't seek shelter inside.

• tornado
• hurricane
• thunderstorm

What should you do if a hurricane is heading your way?

• pack up and prepare to leave if you live on the coast
• go to a room with windows
• lay low in a ditch if you are stuck outside

Most of the damage done by a hurricane is the result of _____

• water
• wind
• tornadoes
• lightning

These can be produced by thunderstorms

• stationary fronts
• tornadoes
• volcanoes
• tsunamis

What do hurricanes feed on?

• warm tropical water
• hot water
• cold artic water
• rain

Where is Tornado Alley located?

• Near the equator of the Earth
• Near the North Pole
• South Central Los Angeles
• Middle states of United States

What is the scale used to measure hurricanes?

• MPH scale
• Fujita Scale
• Weight Scale
• Saffir/Simpson Scale