Natural Disasters Studies Weekly

🌪️ Quick! A tornado is approaching! Where's the safest spot to hide in your house?

• The attic (uppermost level)

• The garage

• The basement

• Any room on the 1st floor

🌀🏠 BEFORE a cyclone strikes, what's the BEST move to keep your castle safe?

• 🏔️ Dash to higher ground or a lofty tower!

• 👀 Venture outside to gaze upon the cyclone's path!

• 🏰 Retreat to the basement and hold the fort!

• 🛡️ Shield your windows and glass doors with plywood or storm shutters!

🔥 Before a wildfire turns up the heat, what's the coolest move homeowners can make to shield their castle?

• Cover windows and glass doors with plywood or storm shutters

• Anchor all heavy furniture to the floor like it's a pirate ship

• Clear dry brush/ vegetation away from the home like a landscaping ninja

🌋 Wow! A volcano has just erupted near your cozy home! What magical steps will you take to shield your beloved family?

• 🏠 Cover ventilation openings and seal doors and windows with the power of protection spells

• 🏔️ Move to higher ground on your trusty flying carpet

• 🛋️ Secure all heavy furniture to prevent the trolls from causing chaos

• 📻 Stay informed by tuning into the wizard's network for official information and advice

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🌊 After a tsunami OR 🌪️ hurricane, what's the smart move to stay safe?

• 🏠 Move to the basement or lowest level of the home

• 😷 Use a mask to protect against ash

• 🚫 Stay out of flood waters

• 🔥 Clear dry brush/ vegetation away from your home to avoid fire

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🔥 After a wildfire sweeps through an area, which natural disaster is most likely to follow, as per environmental studies? 🌊

• Nuclear Explosion 💥

• Earthquake 🌍

• Flooding 🌧️

• Tsunami 🌊

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

🌊🤔 Can you guess? A massive wave, known as a tsunami, is usually triggered by what underwater event? 🌍💥

• An earthquake

• A strong wind

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Why should you steer clear of flood waters after a tsunami or hurricane? Hint: It's not just because of the wet socks!

• Another storm might be gearing up to surprise you!

• They could be hiding dangerous debris and nasty substances. Plus, sneaky underground or downed power lines might electrify the water, turning it into a shocking hazard.

• It's the perfect time to hunt for those elusive sea shells swept in by the waves.

"Imagine you're an adventurer navigating through a landscape filled with hot ash, charred trees, smoldering debris, and live embers. The ground beneath your feet hides heat pockets that could either burn you or reignite into a new blaze. Think about your furry friends and the farm animals too!"

In the face of which catastrophic event would this survival strategy be most crucial, as per the Australian curriculum standards on natural disasters?

• Hurricane

• Tornado

• Tsunami

• Wildfire

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Guess when the risk of wildfires turns up the heat!

• Little amounts of precipitation, less wind

• Little amounts of precipitation, more wind

• High amounts of precipitation, more wind