Floods and Tornadoes

What do we call a flood that happens fast with little warning?

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Name 2-3 causes of a flood

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Is it safe to drive through flood waters?

• Yes

• No

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Tornadoes often occur without warning and can last from a few minutes to a few hours

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is another name given to a tornado?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Tornadoes can reach speeds from _________

• 45 – over 200 mph

• 65 – over 250 mph

• 55 – over 225 mph

• 75 – over 275 mph

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the name given to the area of the United States between Texas and North Dakota that has the highest risk for tornadoes?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

When does tornado season typically happen?

• winter to spring

• summer to fall

• spring to summer

• fall to winter

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Tornadoes form when warm and cold ____ bump together during a thunderstorm

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Is this a preparation for a flood, tornado, or both storms? Build an emergency kit and make a family communication plan.

• Flood

• Tornado

• Both Storms

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