Heatwaves By: James.L, Elizabeth.L and John.D

OVERVIEW How do heatwaves occur? Why are they dangerous? How often and how long do they occur? How can you prepare for heatwaves? Map of recent heatwaves Where have they happened? Well known heatwaves How can you restore damage? Interesting facts Bibliography

HOW DO HEATWAVES OCCUR? Very hot and humid days Global warming (pollution) Small amount of air movement

WHY ARE THEY DANGEROUS Heatwaves cause Droughts Fires Blackouts Water lines to burst Medical conditions

HOW OFTEN DO THEY OCCUR AND FOR HOW LONG? Heatwaves usually last around a week Once or twice a year (in summer) The temperatures usually reach to about 30+

MAP OF RECENT HEATWAVES Where they have recently occurred

WELL KNOWN HEATWAVES Feb 2009, Victoria July 2006, South Dakota 2003, Europe

HOW CAN YOU PREPARE? You can prepare for heatwaves by Trimming branches Listening to fire reports Keep hydrated Staying cool

HOW CAN YOU RESTORE DAMAGE? Donate money and goods Supply shelter for homeless

INTERESTING FACTS Record breaking heatwave lasted 160 days in Marble Bar Most deadly heatwave killed 35,000 in Europe

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