Types of Natural Disasters
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What is a common characteristic of all natural disasters?

  • They are always weather-related
  • They are always unpredictable
  • They cause damage and destruction (correct)
  • They only occur in the United States
  • Which of the following natural disasters is caused by a lack of rain over a long period of time?

  • Drought (correct)
  • Heat wave
  • Blizzard
  • Flood
  • What is the most common type of natural disaster in the United States, according to FEMA?

  • Tornadoes
  • Floods (correct)
  • Hurricanes
  • Earthquakes
  • What is one way to prepare for natural disasters?

    <p>Knowing where to go during a disaster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a long snowstorm with high winds for three or more hours?

    <p>Blizzard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of a heat wave?

    <p>High pressure in the Earth's atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a tornado?

    <p>Wind speeds from 100 to 300 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of wildfires?

    <p>Humans and dry weather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key step in preparing for a natural disaster?

    <p>Developing a plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a type of natural disaster caused by underwater earthquakes?

    <p>Tsunami</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Natural disasters are defined as disasters that happen in nature or by natural processes, not all of which are weather-related, such as pandemics like COVID or the flu.
    • 10 of the most common natural disasters include blizzards, droughts, earthquakes, floods, heat waves, hurricanes, thunderstorms, tornadoes, tsunamis, and wildfires.
    • All natural disasters cause damage and destruction, sometimes resulting in injuries or death, but many can be predicted ahead of time, allowing for preparation and safety measures.
    • Meteorologists can often predict the formation of tornadoes and send out warnings to people to take cover.
    • Creating safe spaces and knowing where to go during a disaster is one way to prepare.
    • Blizzards are long snowstorms with high winds for three or more hours, caused by cold air colliding with warm air.
    • Droughts are caused by a lack of rain over a long period of time, and human activities like deforestation can contribute to them.
    • Earthquakes happen when the earth's crust suddenly moves violently, causing the ground to shake.
    • Floods occur when heavy rains or melting ice and snow overflow rivers and other bodies of water, filling areas of dry land with water.
    • According to FEMA, floods are the most common type of natural disaster in the United States, involving nearly 90% of all disasters.
    • Heat waves occur when high pressure in the Earth's atmosphere builds up, holding hot air on the surface, decreasing the chance of rain, and potentially leading to drought.
    • Hurricanes are giant swirling storms with severe thunderstorms and high winds, also known as typhoons, occurring only during specific times of the year.
    • Thunderstorms include lightning, high winds, and heavy rain, but sometimes hail, sleet, or snow instead.
    • Tornadoes are destructive columns of air with wind speeds from 100 to 300 miles per hour, appearing as funnels when they rotate.
    • Tsunamis are giant water waves that surge onto land, reaching heights of up to 100 feet, caused by underwater earthquakes disrupting the water.
    • Wildfires are dangerous and unpredictable, often started by humans and spreading due to dry weather and strong winds.
    • Landslides and avalanches can be caused by earthquakes, heavy rain or snow, or other disasters.
    • Active volcanoes are also a cause of natural disasters when they erupt, sending ash clouds into the air and lava onto the ground.
    • To be ready for a natural disaster, three things you can do are plan, prepare, and practice, developing a plan, gathering supplies, and rehearsing what to do in case of a disaster.

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    This quiz covers the different types of natural disasters, including weather-related and non-weather-related events, and how to prepare for them. Learn about blizzards, droughts, earthquakes, floods, and more. Discover how to stay safe and create a plan for emergency situations.

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