Extreme Weather Solutions

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What is a lightning rod?

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A lightning rod is a metal rod placed on top of a building to protect it from lightning strikes by directing the electricity safely into the ground.

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What is a safe room?

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A safe room is a specially designed room in a building that provides protection during extreme weather events like tornadoes.

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What is extreme weather?

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Extreme weather refers to severe or unusual weather conditions, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and heat waves.

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What months do Atlantic hurricanes mostly occur?

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Atlantic hurricanes mostly occur between June and November.

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What type of extreme weather is most common in the middle of the USA?

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Tornadoes are the most common type of extreme weather in the middle of the USA.

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What is a barrier wall?

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A barrier wall is a structure built to protect buildings from strong winds and flooding during extreme weather.

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What is the purpose of weather forecasts?

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Weather forecasts provide predictions about future weather conditions to help people prepare for extreme weather.

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What are patterns of past hurricanes?

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Patterns of past hurricanes are historical records that show when and where hurricanes have occurred, helping to predict future storms.

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What is fog?

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Fog is a weather condition that consists of tiny water droplets suspended in the air, reducing visibility, but it is not considered extreme weather.

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What are strong winds?

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Strong winds are powerful gusts of air that can cause damage during storms, but they are not classified as extreme weather on their own.