Violent Weather!
Introduction:
It’s a hot summer day; you’re outside swimming with some friends trying to stay cool. You hear some thunder rumble in the distance and your mother yells at you to rush out of the pool. “Why?” You think, “What’s so dangerous about thunder?” You go inside and over hear on the news that your county is on a hurricane watch. What does that mean? What do you do?
Your Challenge:
Pretend that you are a newscaster reporting some upcoming violent weather. What important information do your viewers need to be made aware of? What do they need to do to prepare? They’re relying on you—the expert, to report reliable information that will protect your viewers, their families and homes.
Your Journey:
1. Read all about the following violent weather phenomenon:
2. To learn more find more sights using keywords: thunderstorms, tornadoes, winter storms, hurricanes and violent weather.
3. Keep the following questions in mind while you are preparing your weather report:
How does a thunderstorm develop?
During what season do the greatest number of thunderstorms occur?
How can one minimize the risk of being struck by lightning?
What do you do if someone is struck by lightning?
What are some of the repercussions of being struck?
How do tornadoes form?
How long does a tornado last?
What should you do in case of a tornado?
Why are winter storms so dangerous?
What can you do to prepare for a winter storm?
When is the Hurricane season?
What is the difference between the “eye” and the “eye wall” of a hurricane?
What is the scientific name for a hurricane?
Why do we name hurricanes?
Good Luck!
Stay Safe!!