Hurricanes

What is the minimum wind speed for a storm to be classified as a hurricane?

• 74 miles per hour

• 60 miles per hour

• 90 miles per hour

• 100 miles per hour

In which direction do hurricane winds move in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Counterclockwise

• Clockwise

• Upward

• Downward

What is the greatest threat posed by hurricanes according to the passage?

• Storm surge

• Strong winds

• Tornadoes

• Rip currents

When does the hurricane season start in the Atlantic Ocean?

• June 1

• May 15

• July 1

• August 1

What is the calm, clear center of a hurricane called?

• The eye

• The eyewall

• The core

• The vortex

Who is responsible for naming hurricanes?

• World Meteorological Organization

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

• United Nations

• International Weather Committee

What should you do if you live in a flood-prone area during a hurricane?

• Have an evacuation plan

• Stay indoors

• Drive to higher ground

• Ignore evacuation orders