Hurricanes: A Closer Look
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- Q1You will be notified by radio and other media when a hurricane is approaching your area. Which is more urgent - a 'Hurricane Watch' or 'Hurricane Warning'?Hurricane WarningHurricane Watch30s
- Q2Tropical weather systems are classified according to their wind speed. Match each tropical system with its definitive wind speeds.Users link answersLinking30s
- Q3What is the center of a hurricane called?KeyEyeCenterHeart30s
- Q4When is hurricane season in the United States?April 1 - July 31September 1 - December 31June 1 - November 30January 1 - April 130s
- Q5Building up a supply of everyday resources is vital before a hurricane strikes. Which of the following items should you definitely include in your supply box?Newspaper, fresh orange juice, pencil and photo framesFruit, vegetables, mobile devices and chargersMilk, bread, coffee and a magazineNon-perishable food items, bottled water, first aid kit and torches.30s
- Q6It is vital your family creates a family disaster plan to ensure everyone remains safe during a hurricane. Which of the following should you include in your plan?Shopping list, pets names and favourite possessionsNames, home address and birthdaysFamily contact numbers, evacuation location and suppliesCredit card numbers, bank details and home address30s
- Q7Hurricanes generate strong winds therefore it is important to protect your house. What is the best way to safeguard your house from a hurricane?Board up the windowsLock the front doorCut down all the trees in your gardenBuild fences around your house30s
- Q8When a hurricane strikes there will be regular updates on the radio concerning the status of the hurricane and recommended evacuation procedures. Families should own a special weather radio dedicated to weather updates. Is this true or false?truefalseTrue or False30s
- Q9How early should you evaluate when a hurricane watch is issued?Immediately evacuate and follow your family disaster planWait for a mandatory evacuation orderNever because it is safer to stay at homeWait until a voluntary evacuation is recommended30s
- Q10Certain actions will put you at risk during a hurricane. Which of the following should you NOT do if a hurricane strikes?Watch TVUse torchesListen to the radioLie on the floor under a table30s
- Q11The storm surges created by hurricanes can cause serious flooding. What should you and your family do if you are driving to safety and you reach a flooded area?Try an alternative routeAbandon the car and walk through the waterTurn around and go home because you should not be drivingDrive through low-level flood waters30s
- Q12You are sheltered inside and the storm appears to have settled. What should you do?Head outside straight away to assess the damageStop sheltering inside and continue with normal lifeStay inside until it is announced on the radio that the storm has officially clearedWait for an hour then go outside and examine the situation for yourself30s