READY TEAM - HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS QUIZIZZ

How fast does the average hurricane move over the ocean?

• 5-10 MPH

• 10-20 MPH

• 20-30 MPH

• 30-50 MPH

Where did the deadliest hurricane in history occur in the United States?

• Kendall, Florida

• Ocean City, New Jersey

• Galveston, Texas

• New Orleans, Louisiana

What percentage of hurricanes in the United States affect the state of Florida?

• 40%

• 50%

• 60%

• 25%

What is the minimum wind speed where something qualifies as a hurricane?

• 68 MPH

• 74 MPH

• 78 MPH

• 84 MPH

What is the middle of the hurricane called?

• The Middle of the storm

• The center of the eye

• The Eye of the storm

• The Eye Wall

Many people forget to do what before fixing items that may have been damaged in their homes as a result of a hurricane?

• Ensure the item is salvageable

• Make sure they have the proper tools

• Taking pictures of items for insurance purposes

• None of the above

A category 4 hurricane has winds between?

• 96-110

• 111-129

• 130-156

• 156-174

Why are downed trees so dangerous?

• They could cause other trees to fall

• They could hold downed power lines

• Roots could spring up and injure people

• They could cause additional damage to a home

How long does it take mold to grow in the event of water damage inside your home?

• under 24 hours

• 24-48 hours

• 72 hours to one week

• one to two weeks

No one should enter a hurricane damaged unless __________________?

• You can visually see from the outside no damage

• The winds have dropped below 10 MPH

• You are sure there is no water damage inside the home

• You are sure the electricity is turned off