Weather Things: Hurricane Safety

Weather Things: Hurricane Safety

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Interactive Video

Geography, Science, Biology, Information Technology (IT), Architecture

6th - 9th Grade

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The video tutorial discusses the importance of having an evacuation plan and essentials like food, water, and legal documents during hurricanes. It highlights the increasing impact of hurricanes due to higher population and property values along the coast. The video emphasizes the need for flood and wind protection systems in homes, such as shutters and fortified construction. It compares different construction standards and their effectiveness against hurricanes. Finally, it outlines the benefits of concrete homes, which are more resistant to wind, fire, and termites, and offer energy efficiency and insurance savings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be included in an emergency kit for those in storm surge zones?

Only food and water

Important documents and cash

Just a flashlight and batteries

A first aid kit and a map

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the impact of hurricanes greater now than in the past?

The weather forecasting has become less accurate

There are more people and valuable properties along the coast

Hurricanes occur more frequently now

Hurricanes have become stronger

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key strategy for protecting homes in hurricane zones?

Relying on insurance for damage costs

Using only basic window coverings

Installing flood-protection systems

Building homes with wooden frames

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a benefit of constructing homes with concrete and steel reinforcement?

They are less energy-efficient

They require no maintenance

They are more resistant to termites and fire

They are cheaper to build initially

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do concrete homes compare in terms of insurance costs?

They have higher insurance premiums

They have lower insurance premiums

Insurance is not available for concrete homes

Insurance costs are the same as wooden homes