Natural Disasters Review

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What is a tornado warning?

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A tornado warning is issued when a tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar, signaling that immediate action should be taken.

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What is a tsunami?

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A tsunami is a long high sea wave caused by an earthquake or other disturbance, often resulting in significant coastal flooding.

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What does EF stand for in tornado classification?

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EF stands for Enhanced Fujita, which is a scale used to classify tornadoes based on the damage they cause.

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What wind speed classifies a tornado as EF-2?

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A tornado with winds of 121 mph is classified as an EF-2.

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What scale is used to measure tornado damage?

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The Enhanced Fujita Scale is used to measure tornado damage.

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What is the eye of a hurricane?

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The eye of a hurricane is the calm area at the center of the storm, surrounded by the eyewall where the most severe weather occurs.

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What is a hurricane watch?

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A hurricane watch is issued when there is a possibility of hurricane conditions within 48 hours.

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What is a hurricane warning?

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A hurricane warning is issued when hurricane conditions are expected within 36 hours.

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What is a flash flood?

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A flash flood is a sudden and intense flood that occurs within six hours of heavy rainfall or other events.

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What is a mudslide?

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A mudslide, or landslide, is the movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope, often triggered by heavy rain.