Hurricanes
Facts and information about hurricanes
Fast facts
- Hurricanes have winds at least 74mi mph.
- Hurricane Katrina was the most destructive.
- 40% of hurricanes in the USA hit Florida.
- Hurricanes are organized in 5 catogories.
- Sometimes hurricane names are retired.
What to do before, during, & after hurricanes
- Before:You should build an emergency kit,make a family communication plan, & bring in items that will fly away.
- During:Stay away from windows, electrical equipment, stay in a safe room & don't go outside in the eye of the storm.
- After:Don't go outside alone, stay away from wires, tell someone if u smell gas, don't drink water from the faucet unless you know for sure it is ok.
Hurricanes & dates.
Hurricane Andrew was in 1992.
Hurricane Katrina was in 2005.
Hurricane Audrey was in 1957.
Hurricane Gilbert was in 1988.
Hurricane Katrina was in 2005.
Hurricane Audrey was in 1957.
Hurricane Gilbert was in 1988.