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2.  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

3.  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

5.  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

6.  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

7. Links: www.nhc.nooa.gov www.ns.ec.gc.ca www.fema.gov/kids/hurr.htm www.hurricanes.net www.redcross.org

8. Name Year Occurred Low Pressure High Winds Wilma2005882 millibars295 kph Rita2005895 millibars290 kph Katrina2005902 millibars280 kph Dean2007905 millibars280 kph Felix2007929 millibars280 kph Social Studies