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HURRICANES

HURRICANES. What is a hurricane?. A hurricane is a type of tropical cyclone or severe tropical storm that forms in the Southern A tlantic O cean, C aribbean Sea, G ulf of M exico and in the Eastern P acific Ocean. There are 3 Categories of a Hurricane:

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HURRICANES

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  1. HURRICANES

  2. What is a hurricane? • A hurricane is a type of tropical cyclone or severe tropical storm that forms in the Southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico and in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. • There are 3 Categories of a Hurricane: • Category 1- Floods, rainfall, little wind and rough seas. • Category 2- Floods, heavy rainfall, strong winds and rough seas. • Category 3- Floods, heavy rainfall, extremely strong winds and rough seas.

  3. What to do before a hurricane? To prepare for a hurricane you should: Have an emergency kit and have an evacuation plan Be aware of your surroundings Know if your land is prone to flooding Examine the dams in your area to see if they are hazardous to your property Know where your community’s evacuation routes are, and how to find more elevated ground

  4. What to do before a hurricane? Ensure that your property is secure by: Close and cover your windows. If you know a major hurricane is approaching you can board them up with wood Install straps or additional clips to securely fasten your roof to the frame structure. This will reduce roof damage. Be sure trees and shrubs around your home are well trimmed so they are more wind resistant. Clear loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts. Reinforce your garage doors; if wind enters a garage it can cause dangerous and expensive structural damage. Plan to bring in all outdoor furniture, decorations, garbage cans and anything else that is not tied down.

  5. What to do before a hurricane? Determine how and where to secure your boat. Install a generator for emergencies. If in a high-rise building, be prepared to take shelter on or below the 10th floor. Consider building a safe room. Hurricanes cause heavy rains that can cause extensive flood damage in coastal and inland areas. Everyone is at risk and should consider flood insurance protection. Flood insurance is the only way to financially protect your property or business from flood damage.

  6. What to do during a hurricane? During a Hurricane: If a hurricane is likely in your area, you should: Listen to the radio or TV for information. Secure your home, close storm shutters and secure outdoor objects or bring them indoors. Turn off utilities if instructed to do so. Otherwise, turn the refrigerator thermostat to its coldest setting and keep its doors closed. Turn off propane tanks Avoid using the phone, except for serious emergencies. Moor your boat if time permits. Ensure a supply of water for sanitary purpose such as cleaning and flushing toilets. Fill the bathtub and other larger containers with water. Find out how to keep food safe during and after and emergency.

  7. What to do during a hurricane? You should evacuate under the following conditions: If you are directed by local authorities to do so. Be sure to follow their instructions. If you live in a mobile home or temporary structure – such shelter are particularly hazardous during hurricane no matter how well fastened to the ground. If you live in a high-rise building – hurricane winds are stronger at higher elevations. If you live on the coast, on a floodplain, near a river, or on an island waterway.

  8. What to do during a hurricane? Read more about evacuating yourself and your family. If you are unable to evacuate, go to your wind-safe room. If you do not have one, follow these guidelines: Stay indoors during the hurricane and away from windows and glass doors. Close all interior doors – secure and brace external doors. Keep curtains and blinds closed. Do not be fooled if there is a lull; it could be the eye of the storm – winds will pick up again. Take refuge in a small interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level. Lie on the floor under a table or another sturdy object. Avoid elevators.

  9. What to do after a hurricane? After a Hurricane Continue listening to the weather radio or local news for current updates on the hurricane Stay alert for anymore rainfall or flooding in your area after the tropical storm has ended. if you have been separated from your family try to get into contact with them and if you cannot then you should call authorities. I you have evacuated your house do not return home until officials say it is safe. If you cannot return home, go find a shelter near to you.

  10. Long term and Short term Effects. SHORT TERM EFFECTS: No clean water. Deaths Floods LONG TERM EFFECTS: Damage to buildings Power outages Land slides Diseases

  11. HURRICANE SANDY

  12. Hurricane Sandy Hurricane Sandy also known as “Superstorm Sandy” was the most destructive hurricane in the year of 2012. It was also the most costliest in damage in history. Hurricane sandy was a category 3 hurricane. Category 3 is a very dangerous level of hurricane that causes great damage. The Caribbean and the United States were affected by this hurricane. Countries, cities and states like: Jamaica Dominican Republic Cuba Haiti New Jersey Atlantic City New York City The Bahamas

  13. Hurricane Sandy Over 8 million were without power due to sandy. Hurricane sandy cause many deaths including the following: 47 in the main land of united states 1 in Puerto Rico 69 in the Caribbean Many of these victims died from falling trees. hurricane sandy cause an estimate of $50 billion total in damage and lost businesses. Damage range rom storm surge flooding to direct wind damage to devastating fires fuel by high winds and the difficulties fire departments face in navigating flooded or blocked roads.

  14. Pictures of the damage Hurricane Sandy caused.

  15. Pictures of the damage Hurricane Sandy caused.

  16. DONE BY: HURRICANES Shanice Noel Nejev Polo Akilah Bernard Shayna Bobb Takeisha Gomez Kayla Samuel

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