Weather can change a lot! One day it might be warm and sunny, and the next day it could be rainy or windy. Sometimes, we even have thunderstorms. Thunderstorms are a type of extreme weather. Other extreme weather events include hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and blizzards. Let’s learn more about these!
During a thunderstorm, you might see strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning. Thunderstorms can be loud and a little scary, but they are a natural part of our weather.
A hurricane is a big storm that starts over the ocean and moves onto land. Hurricanes have very strong winds and lots of rain. They can also cause big waves that lead to flooding near the coast. Hurricanes are powerful and can cause a lot of damage.
A tornado is a spinning column of air that happens on land, usually during a thunderstorm. Tornadoes have very strong winds and can pick up things in their path. Sometimes, hailstones, which are balls of ice, fall during a tornado.
A blizzard, also known as a snowstorm, is a cold winter storm with lots of snow, sleet, and strong winds. Blizzards can cover roads and buildings with snow, making it hard to see and move around. They can be very chilly!
Extreme weather can be dangerous and cause damage to homes and buildings. That’s why engineers and architects design buildings to keep people safe during these events. It’s important to know what kind of extreme weather happens in your area and how to stay safe.
Talk with your family about extreme weather events that might happen where you live. Think about ways to stay safe, like having an emergency kit ready or knowing where to go if there’s a storm. Being prepared can help keep you and your family safe!
Thanks for learning about severe weather with us! Stay curious and safe!
Weather Journal: Start a weather journal to observe and record the weather each day for a week. Note down if it’s sunny, rainy, windy, or if there are any extreme weather events like thunderstorms. Draw pictures to show what the sky looks like. At the end of the week, discuss with your family or classmates how the weather changed and what patterns you noticed.
Build a Mini Tornado: Create a mini tornado using two plastic bottles, water, and some glitter. Fill one bottle with water and add a pinch of glitter. Tape the necks of the bottles together securely. Flip the bottles so the one with water is on top and swirl it in a circular motion. Watch as a mini tornado forms! Talk about how real tornadoes form and what makes them spin.
Extreme Weather Safety Plan: With your family, create a safety plan for an extreme weather event that could happen in your area. Draw a map of your house and mark safe spots to go during a storm. Make a list of items to include in an emergency kit, like water, snacks, and a flashlight. Practice what you would do if a storm happens, so you feel ready and safe.
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[Music] The weather can vary in many ways. One day it may be warm and sunny, and the next day it may be rainy or windy. Occasionally, there may be thunderstorms. During a thunderstorm, there are often strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning. Thunderstorms are an example of extreme weather. Other extreme weather events include hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and blizzards.
A hurricane is a rotating storm that forms over the ocean and moves onto land. Hurricanes have very strong winds and precipitation, often accompanied by a series of thunderstorms. The heavy precipitation and large coastal waves can also cause flooding.
A tornado is a rotating column of air that occurs on land, often during a thunderstorm. There are very strong winds due to the strong upward movement of air during a tornado. There is little or no rain; however, precipitation can fall in the form of hailstones.
A blizzard, also called a snowstorm, is a cold winter storm with heavy snow, sleet, and strong winds. Snow may completely cover roads and buildings. Extreme weather can be dangerous to people and cause damage to property. Engineers and architects often design buildings and structures to protect people against severe weather.
Discuss extreme weather events that occur in your area. What are some ways people reduce the impact of extreme weather?
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