Hurricane Safety and Facts

This video explores hurricanes, powerful storm systems known by different names worldwide. It explains their speed, which can exceed 75 mph, making them dangerous. The video describes the eye of the hurricane, a calm area surrounded by fast winds, and highlights the potential damage hurricanes can cause, including flooding and structural destruction. It emphasizes the importance of safety measures, such as staying indoors and following evacuation orders, to minimize harm during hurricanes.

What is a hurricane?

• A type of earthquake

• A slow-moving storm system with light rain

• A fast-moving storm system with heavy winds and rain

• A tornado

What are hurricanes called in the northwest Pacific near Asia?

• Hurricanes

• Monsoons

• Typhoons

• Tropical cyclones

How fast can hurricanes move?

• Up to 75 miles per hour or even faster

• Up to 60 miles per hour

• Up to 50 miles per hour

• Up to 100 miles per hour

What is the calm area in the middle of a hurricane called?

• The heart

• The eye

• The core

• The center

Why is it dangerous to be in the eye of the hurricane?

• Because it is the wettest part of the hurricane

• Because the winds around the eye are the fastest

• Because it is the coldest part of the hurricane

• Because it is the hottest part of the hurricane

What kind of damage can hurricanes cause?

• No significant damage

• Only damage to trees

• Only damage to small buildings

• Damage to trees and buildings, even strong ones

What can hurricanes cause due to heavy rain?

• Wildfires

• Earthquakes

• Droughts

• Flooding

What is one of the tips to stay safe during a hurricane?

• Go outside to watch the storm

• Stay indoors

• Drive around to find a safe place

• Ignore evacuation orders

Who tracks the progress of a hurricane and issues evacuation orders?

• Meteorologists

• Police officers

• Emergency managers

• Firefighters

What should you do if you receive an evacuation order during a hurricane?

• Ignore the order

• Follow the evacuation order and leave

• Stay at home

• Go to the beach