What to study for the “Natural Disaster” test
Vocabulary
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
Storm surge Heavy waves associated with a hurricane. Can be the
most devastating part of the hurricane.
Tornado alley The section of the US where most tornadoes occur.
Climate The average weather of a region over a long period of time
Weather The day-to-day temperature and precipitation
Hurricanes Stormy cyclone with high winds that forms over water.
Tornado Cyclone that extends down from a cloud and forms a
funnel shaped cloud.
Earthquake Occurs along the fault lines. Not affected by weather.
Tsunami A wave created by/started by an earthquake.
Answer the following questions:
What is a disaster supply kit? What are some of the items that should be
included in this kit?
What non-government agency assists FEMA with helping people who
have been in a disaster? The Red Cross
Which natural disaster is most common in the United States? Floods
How many categories are hurricanes classified by? What is the
strongest? There are 5 categories and the strongest is a category 5
If you hear a hurricane warning on T.V. or the radio it means that a
hurricane is expected to reach land in how many hours? 24 hours
What is the calm period during a hurricane called? The eye
Which natural disaster is considered the most violent? Tornado
What is the difference between a natural disaster and a man-made
disaster? Natural disaster is a natural phenomenon. Man made is
caused by human error. (oil spill)
What is the Fujita tornado scale? How does it work? Rates the severity
of tornadoes. F-0 is the lowest and F-5 is the strongest.
What is an important item to have in your house to protect your family
from fires? Smoke alarm, fire extinguisher
If you hear a tornado warning at home, what should you do? Go to the
lowest level of your home such as a basement or a room without
windows
When is the hurricane season?? June 1 to November 30
Name at 3 bodies of water in which hurricanes may form.
The Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico
What time of year do tornadoes occur? Any time of year
Which natural disaster cannot be predicted and is not affected by
weather? An earthquake
Which natural disaster creates a danger for people who live in forests,
prairies, or wooded areas? Wildfires
Where do earthquakes occur? Along fault lines