1. Hazards Associated with Significant Weather Events

2. Percentages of all U.S. Deaths by Natural Hazards

3. Each Year Approximately 2000 deaths worldwide Approximately 44 deaths in US

4. Hail $1 Billion crop damage per year Personal economic damage – Cars – Homes (roof / window) – Landscape

5. Flash Flooding Usually predictable Low-lying areas Soil transport system Property damage

6. Downburst / Tornado Trees blown down in one direction Concentrated Debris is spread outward

7. El Nino / El Nina Warming / cooling of equatorial water Pacific Increase rainfall / drought Coastal erosion / landslides

8. Tornado / Hurricane Injury / Loss of Life Property Destruction Evacuation Communication Challenges Emotional Effects Rebuilding