Hurricane Katrina

What year did Hurricane Katrina take place?

• 1992

• 2005

• 1988

• 2002

There were 1,392 casualties from Hurricane Katrina.

• True

• False

What category was Hurricane Katrina ranked?

• 3

• 7

• 5

• 1

Approximately how much money did the hurricane cost in damages?

• $98 billion

• $217 billion

• $119 billion

• $161 billion

Which of the following is caused by a hurricane?

(Select all that apply)

• risen sea levels

• violent winds

• tsunamis

• harsh rain

In which area do hurricanes exist?

• Deserts

• The Caribbean

• Tundra

• Savannahs

Which state did Hurricane Katrina NOT hit?

• Mississippi

• Louisiana

• Texas

Hurricane Katrina was the largest and 5th strongest recorded hurricane to make landfall in the United States

• False

• True

What was Louisiana's average wind speed during the hurricane?

• 140 mph

• 177 mph

• 110 mph

• 98mph

What was the date range of Hurricane Katrina?

• September 14, 2005-September 29, 2005

• April 1, 2005- April 19, 2005

• December 27, 2005- January 6, 2006

• August 25, 2005- August 31, 2005