Hurricane Impact and Preparedness

The video discusses Hurricane Katrina's impact, focusing on the storm surge that caused severe flooding in New Orleans. It explains how storm surges occur, their dangers, and historical examples like Hurricanes Ike, Irma, and Camille. The video highlights vulnerable areas in the US, emphasizing the need for preparedness and infrastructure to mitigate storm surge effects.

What category was Hurricane Katrina when it approached the Gulf Coast?

• Category 4

• Category 2

• Category 1

• Category 3

What natural phenomenon caused the levees in New Orleans to break during Hurricane Katrina?

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

• Storm surge

• Tornado

What is the primary cause of a storm surge during a hurricane?

• Heavy rainfall

• Strong winds pushing water to shore

• Earthquake under the sea

• Melting ice caps

Why can storm surges be particularly dangerous before a hurricane makes landfall?

• They cause earthquakes

• They increase wind speed

• They cause early coastal flooding

• They decrease sea temperature

Which hurricane had a larger storm surge despite being a lower category than Hurricane Camille?

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Ike

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Irma

What factor contributed to Hurricane Katrina's large storm surge despite its lower wind speed?

• Higher temperature

• Wider storm size

• Faster movement

• Lower pressure

Which US coastlines are most vulnerable to storm surges?

• Midwestern Coastlines

• Northern Coastlines

• Eastern and Southeastern Coastlines

• West Coast

What infrastructure is commonly used to protect against storm surges?

• Bridges

• Levees and seawalls

• Tunnels

• Dams

Why are areas with shallow waters at higher risk during a hurricane?

• They have stronger winds

• They are closer to the equator

• Sea level rises faster

• They have more hurricanes

Which areas are likely to be less prepared for a major hurricane due to fewer past experiences?

• New York and New Jersey

• Northwest Florida and Georgia

• Texas and South Florida

• California and Oregon