HURRICANES
what is a hurricane?
A hurricane is a giant storm that is destructive and it can destroy a city and it could kill a lot of animals and people. The hurricane causes this damage with powerful winds and flooding. The wind and rain cause terrible destruction. Hurricanes are very strong storms that can flip over cars and make trees fall. Hurricanes are also natural disasters that can cause deaths, injuries, and billions of dollars of damage.
Before
How to be prepare for a hurricane:
Step 1: Build an emergency kit. Step 2: Make a family communications plan. Make sure your family knows what to do if a hurricane is coming. Step 3: Cover all your home windows. Step 4: Secure your outdoor furniture, planters, and other loose items. Step 5: Do not go outside. Step 6: You have to get food that is in cans. Step 7: Listen to the radio for updates. Step 8: Save a shelter phone number in your cell phone. Step 9: Do not go inside your car. |
during
You have to stay inside your home. Stay away from windows and even glass doors, because you can get injured by the glass if it breaks. To not starve, find a way you can keep your food safe. Put it in a cooler with ice. For your safety, avoid using electrical items except for real emergencies. Don’t use the elevator if there are elevators at your home, because if you get stuck during a hurricane and that building falls apart you will be trapped. |
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