Severe Weather

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What is severe weather?

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Severe weather is dangerous weather.

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What happens when water rises and covers land?

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This is called a flood.

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What makes weather 'severe'?

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It is so strong that it can cause damage.

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What type of precipitation can cause a flood?

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Heavy rain that falls for a long time.

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What is a severe storm with strong winds and heavy rain that forms over the ocean?

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This is called a hurricane.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a fast, spinning column of air that touches the ground.

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm with strong winds and low visibility.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large storm that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is lightning?

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Lightning is a bright flash of electricity in the sky during a storm.

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What is thunder?

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Thunder is the sound that follows lightning.