Weather events and our island

What is a weather event?

What are two weather events that commonly affect Saint Lucia?

What can happen during a hurricane?

• The sun shines all day

• There is heavy rain and strong winds

• Snow falls from the sky

What causes a flood to happen?

What can happen to land after heavy rainfall?

• The land becomes very dry

• The land may flood or have landslides

• The land turns into snow

What is a drought?

• A time with to much rain

• A time with no sunshine

• A time with little or no rain for a long period of time

How can weather events damage our community?

• They help plants grow faster

• They can break buildings roads and bridges

• They make the sky look pretty

Why is it important to prepare for weather events?

• So we can take nice pictures of the rain 🌧️

• To stay safe and protect our home 🏠

• Because it makes storms go away 🌩️

What is one thing you and your family can do to stay safe during a storm?

What is something people in your community can do to prepare for a hurricane or flood?