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Considered a Tropical Cyclone Originates over ocean water Temperature is at least 26.5C Grows in height due to unstable cool air Upper atmosphere above storm is high pressure area Social Studies
Based on region of world where storm occurs Hurricanes occur in the Atlantic or eastern Pacific Oceans Typhoons occur in western North Pacific Ocean or Philippines Cyclones occur in Indian and South Pacific Oceans Tropical Prediction Center List of names predicted in 1953 Alphabetical order Alternate from male and female names Social Studies
With plenty of notice: Board up your windows Make sure all appliances are off Only pack what you will absolutely need Include some toiletries and other necessities Remember your pets! Social Studies
If evacuating: Heed the warning! Plan where to go, e.g., friend’s home, motel, designated shelter, etc. Bring supply kit Bring contact information Bring road map Don’t drive in or over standing water Supply Kit should include: First aid kit and necessary medications Canned food and manual can opener Lots of bottled water Battery-powered radio and flashlights Blankets and sleeping bags for warmth Protective clothing Social Studies
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Name Year Occurred Low Pressure High Winds Wilma millibars295 kph Rita millibars290 kph Katrina millibars280 kph Dean millibars280 kph Felix millibars280 kph Social Studies