Severe Weather Safety: Watch for the Warning

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on severe weather, including thunderstorms, lightning, flash floods, damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes. It emphasizes the importance of understanding weather alerts, such as watches and warnings, and creating safety plans for both schools and homes. The tutorial also highlights the role of NOAA weather radios and other tools in staying informed about severe weather conditions. Practical safety tips are provided for various scenarios, ensuring preparedness and protection during severe weather events.

What is a key characteristic of a severe thunderstorm?

• It is always silent.

• It only occurs in winter.

• It has wind gusts over 58 miles per hour or large hail.

• It is always accompanied by a tornado.

Why are young men more likely to be struck by lightning?

• They are more likely to be indoors during storms.

• They often stay outside during storms.

• They wear metal jewelry.

• They are more likely to use electronic devices.

What should you do if you encounter fast-moving floodwaters while driving?

• Drive through quickly.

• Stop and wait for the water to recede.

• Speed up to avoid stalling.

• Turn around and find a safer route.

What is a downburst?

• A flash flood.

• A sudden rush of air from a thunderstorm.

• A type of hailstorm.

• A type of tornado.

What does large hail indicate about a thunderstorm?

• The storm is weak.

• The storm is moving away.

• The storm is over.

• The storm is severe.

What is the safest action to take if a tornado is approaching?

• Stand near a window to watch.

• Go to the basement or a small interior room.

• Stay in your car.

• Run outside to a field.

What is the difference between a weather watch and a warning?

• A warning is issued only after a storm has passed.

• A watch means severe weather is possible, and a warning means it is happening.

• A warning means severe weather is possible.

• A watch means severe weather is happening now.

What should you do if you hear a severe weather warning?

• Continue with your activities.

• Go to a safe place immediately.

• Ignore it if the sky looks clear.

• Wait for a second warning.

Why is it important to have a NOAA weather radio?

• It gives weather information directly from the National Weather Service.

• It is only useful for tornado warnings.

• It provides weather updates only during the day.

• It only works in urban areas.

What should you avoid touching indoors during a lightning storm?

• Plastic containers.

• Glass windows.

• Wooden furniture.

• Metal appliances and plumbing.