BY GROUP 4: Ellie, Milica, Terry & Joe. Hurricane BY GROUP 4: Ellie, Milica, Terry & Joe.

What causes a Hurricane? Warm ocean waters cause more evaporation. This provides more energy for the Hurricane to start. Strong winds collide causing the air to rush upwards. Light winds around the area allow it to start spinning. This pattern continues, making the hurricane stronger and faster.

Where do Hurricanes occur? Hurricanes can occur almost anywhere. Most Hurricanes occur in the vast surroundings of the USA. They can also occur in areas such as Europe, Australia and of course America. They can also happen anywhere else in the world.

How do people work together to restore the damage of a Hurricane? Different fundraisers. Volunteers helping to rebuild houses farms, etc. Money from the Government milicia

How often do Hurricanes occur & How long do they last? In the US, the hurricane season is from June 1st – November 30th. In the rest of the world, they can occur at any time. joe

How could you prepare for this disaster? Bring in outdoor furniture. Assemble your disaster supply kit. Listen to radio or television for weather updates. Shut off utilities (water, gas, electricity). Be prepared to evacuate if told. joe

What Are the consequences of this disaster? Homes, buildings etc. are destroyed. Water, valuables and shelter is lost. Loss of vegetation and food. Sometimes it can cause deaths. ellie

The (NHC) tracks Hurricanes all around the world Are there tools, information or measuring devices to predict measure or prevent a hurricane? (NHC) National Hurricane Centre in Miami, Florida is a part of the national weather services. The (NHC) tracks Hurricanes all around the world ellie

Is there a well known disaster that has occurred? terry

Interesting facts Hurricanes can cause flooding, tip tides, tornadoes. ‘Hurricane’ actually came from the Mayan word ‘Hurakan.’ terry

References www.library.thinkquest.org/naturaldisasters/hurricanes.htlm http://www.answers.com/topic/what-is-a-hurricane-kids http://www.fema.gov/kids/hurr.htm http://www.atl.ec.gc.ca/weather/hurricane/hurricanes9