What is a hurricane?
Hurricanes

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters and has strong winds and heavy rain.
2.
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What is the minimum wind speed for a storm to be classified as a hurricane?
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74 MPH.
3.
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How many categories of hurricanes are there?
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There are 5 categories of hurricanes.
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What is the name of the hurricane that caused devastating damage in New Orleans in 2005?
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Katrina.
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What do we use to protect our windows during a hurricane?
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Shutters.
6.
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True or False: People living near the coast are the safest during a hurricane.
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FALSE.
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What is the main cause of hurricanes?
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Hurricanes are caused by warm, moist air rising over warm ocean waters.
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