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1 North America Europe Asia Africa South America Australia Antarctica AdventureHomeschool.com

2 Use the map on the 1 st page to determine the answers Storms that are mph which form in the Atlantic Ocean are Storms that form above the equator, in the Pacific (near Asia) are Storms forming below the equator, between Africa and Australia are Cyclones Hurricanes Typhoons

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4 Ingredients of a Hurricane Water heats to degrees F (or more) Winds come together (over the water) and force air Winds blow in from or Humid air rises forming big Winds flow upward and AdventureHomeschool.com

5 Hurricane Fast Facts A hurricane is an intense tropical storm with powerful winds and heavy rain. Other names for a hurricane include cyclone, typhoon and tropical storm. While they are essentially the same thing, the different names usually indicate where the storm took place. Tropical storms that form in the Atlantic or Northeast Pacific (near the United States) are called hurricanes, those that form near in the Northwest Pacific (near Japan) are called typhoons and those that form in the South Pacific or Indian oceans are called cyclones. Hurricanes usually form in tropical areas of the world. Hurricanes develop over warm water and use it as an energy source. Hurricanes lose strength as they move over land. Coastal regions are most at danger from hurricanes. As well as violent winds and heavy rain, hurricanes can also create tornadoes, high waves and widespread flooding. Hurricanes are regions of low atmospheric pressure (low pressure is known as a depression). The wind flow of hurricanes in the southern hemisphere is clockwise while the wind flow of hurricanes in the northern hemisphere is counterclockwise. Weather in the eye of a hurricane is usually calm. The eye of a hurricane can be anywhere from 2 miles in diameter to over 200 miles but they are usually around 30 miles. The winds right around the eye of a hurricane are usually the strongest. Hurricanes can be tracked by weather satellites and weather radar closer to land. Hurricanes have led to the death of around 2 million people over the last 200 years.

6 Tropical Disturbance Tropical Depression Tropical Storm Hurricane Thunderstorms with light cyclonic circulation Wind speeds between 20 and 34 knots (23-39 mph) Wind speeds between 35 and 64 knots (40-73 mph) Wind speed greater than 64 knots (74 mph) Categorizing Hurricanes

7 Hurricane Safety SAFETY RULES: (Adapted from the National Hurricane Center) If you live in an area that is affected by hurricanes, it is important that you and your family create a plan for what to do in a hurricane, and pull together an emergency supply kit. Create a family disaster plan! Discuss the type of hurricane hazards that could affect your family including storm surge, flooding and wind. Locate a safe room or the safest areas in your home for each hurricane hazard. Sometimes, the safest areas may not be your home but in a hurricane shelter in your town. Decide on the best escape routes from your home for people and pets and decide on a place to meet. Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones and make sure you know how and when to call 911. *If you do not live in an area that is subject to hurricanes it is likely that you get some type of severe weather. Now is a good time to talk about that and to make a family plan as well as a supply kit.

8 Make a storm emergency supply kit for your family! Parents may do things like board up windows to strengthen the house and gathering important documents. Be sure patio furniture and outdoor toys and tools are safely away so they cannot blow around. Kids can help by putting together a hurricane emergency supply kit. The kit will be useful either if you are stuck in your home for several days during the storm or if you need to evacuate. o Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days o Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days (Packaged and canned food that will not spoil) o A non-electric can opener o Plates, forks, knives, and spoons o Blankets and pillows Make sure that your pets are wearing identification tags. If you need to evacuate, pack anything that your pets might need such as food, water, medicine, and a carrier or cage. o Clothing, including rain gear and sturdy shoes o Toiletries like toothbrushes, soap, and toilet paper o Flashlights and extra batteries o A radio that is battery operated (and extra batteries) o Medications and basic first aid supplies o Toys, books, and games

9 Our Family Emergency Preparation List Outdoor preparation Medications o Windows, chairs, tables secured o Toys & Tools cleared away Meals Food 3-7 day supply o Water - 1 gallon per person per day Miscellaneous Notes & Numbers

10 Ingredients which form a hurricane Category Cat 1 Cat 2 Cat 3 Cat 4 Cat 5 MPH Fast Facts

11 Make Your Own Hurricane Supplies: Set-Up: 2 Soda Bottles 3 Paper Clips 3 Peanuts ¼ C. Sand Funnel Water Duct tape 1. Fill one bottle with the paperclip, peanuts and sand. These objects serve as debris to help make the movement of water more visible. 2. Place the funnel in the mouth of the bottle. 3. Pour water into the bottle until it is 3/4 full. 4. Remove the funnel. 5. Turn the second empty bottle upside down and hold it over the first bottle so that the mouths of the bottle are aligned. The bottles will look like an hourglass. 6. Tape the seam. Press the duct tape firmly to create a watertight seal. 7. Continue taping 1 to 2 inches above and below the seam.

12 How-To: 1. Hold the bottles by the middle. 2. Lift the jugs. 3. Quickly, turn the bottles over so that the water-filled bottle is on top. Set the bottles on the table again. 4. Observe the water as it drains into the bottle below. The water competes with the air from the empty bottle. You can see air bubbling up as the water drains. Both substances push to pass through the neck, but neither is transported efficiently. 5. Turn the bottles over against. This time, shake the bottles in a circular motion. Be sure to keep the bottles vertical. 6. Voila! The water will form a vortex as it drains into the next bottle. The water will flow along the outside of the neck, while air moves quickly up through the center of the vortex. The water will drain much faster. Resources If you enjoyed conducting this experiment, check out these resources for more information on hurricanes. Weird Science Kids: Hurricane In A Bottle, National Weather Service: National Hurricane Center, Federal Emergency Management Agency: Hurricanes, Hurricane Katrina Relief: FAQs, er%20hurricane%20katrina