HURRICANES: BEWARE
By: Karina Petrovich & Casey Douglas

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Hurricane Katrina

This hurricane happened on August 29, 2005 in the gulf coast area. Katrina was a category 3 hurricane with winds of 100-140 mph. Katrina killed more than 2,000 people and caused $100 billion dollars in damage

Hurricane Katrina

This hurricane happened on August 29, 2005 in the gulf coast area. Katrina was a category 3 hurricane with winds of 100-140 mph. Katrina killed more than 2,000 people and caused $100 billion dollars in damage

THINGS YOU NEED IN A HURRICANE

• Blankets
• Batteries
• Flashlights
• Weather radios
• Food and water

THINGS NEEDED CONTINUED

• First aid
• Cell phone
• Cash
• Fire extinguisher
• Games (optional)

WHAT DO IN A HURRICANE

• Leave house ASAP
• Board up windows and doors
• Go to high ground or leave the area
• Listen to radio or TV for information

AFTER A HURRICANE

• Be informed
• Plan accordingly
• Drive carfully
• Beware of fallen electrical lines
• Be prepeared for fire hazards

When and Where

Hurricanes happen mostly on the Pacific Coast and Atlantic Coast during July to November

EFFECTS

• Fallen trees
• Fallen power lines
• Damaged buildings
• Loss of electicity
• Area is flooded