Climate Change and Extreme Weather

The video explains the increasing frequency of extreme weather events due to climate change. It distinguishes between extreme and severe weather, provides examples, and discusses the impact of climate change on weather patterns, particularly hurricanes. The video also highlights human adaptation to changing weather, displacement due to weather events, and efforts to tackle climate change.

What is the main difference between extreme and severe weather?

• Extreme weather is always more dangerous than severe weather.

• Severe weather is more common than extreme weather.

• Extreme weather only occurs in certain seasons.

• Severe weather has specific criteria, while extreme weather is more broadly defined.

Which of the following is NOT considered an extreme weather event?

• Tornado

• Blizzard

• Hurricane

• Light rain

What role do storm chasers and meteorologists play during extreme weather events?

• They predict the exact time storms will end.

• They provide on-the-ground information.

• They evacuate people from storm areas.

• They prevent the storms from occurring.

How does climate change affect hurricanes?

• It shortens the lifespan of hurricanes.

• It provides more warm water, fueling stronger hurricanes.

• It causes hurricanes to form over land.

• It makes hurricanes less frequent.

Why is it important for regions to update their infrastructure in response to changing weather patterns?

• To prevent all types of weather events.

• To increase the population in those areas.

• To reduce the cost of building materials.

• To ensure safety and functionality during extreme weather.

What was a major consequence of the 2021 winter storm in Texas?

• Increased tourism

• A major power outage

• A decrease in population

• An increase in summer temperatures

What term is used to describe people displaced by environmental changes linked to climate change?

• Climate refugees

• Weather wanderers

• Environmental migrants

• Storm survivors

According to the International Displacement Monitoring Center, how many people are displaced by weather-related events each year?

• 10 million

• 21.8 million

• 50 million

• 5 million

What is a privilege when it comes to overcoming or moving due to climate change?

• Having a large family

• Having the choice to move

• Owning a car

• Living in a rural area

What is one of the solutions being implemented to tackle climate change impacts in B.C.?

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Investing over $500 million in adaptation strategies

• Reducing the population

• Building more skyscrapers