Download or read book How to Prepare for a Hurricane Or Tornado written by Landon Jessup and published by . This book was released on 2014-11-08 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to be sure you're properly prepared for the next big hurricane or tornado, then this book is for you!We live in a very beautiful world, complete with lush forests, sparkling rivers, majestic animals and bold mountains. But in all this beauty is Mother Nature's ugly side. Storm preparedness is crucial, especially for the two natural disasters that cause the most damage in the US: tropical storms and tornados. Tornados frequently ravage through the Midwest, causing billions of damages every year, but they can happen just about anywhere. Being prepared takes into account a lot of factors, and unfortunately a lot of people don't conform or just don't care, believing that it won't happen to them. But storm preparedness is not difficult, and it will ensure that loss of life and property is minimized. The fact that you're reading this shows that you are concerned about storm preparedness, as you should be. Let's now get started discussing the various ways in which one can be properly prepared for the next big storm.
Download or read book Tornadoes Hurricanes and Tsunamis written by April Isaacs and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2006-01-15 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at how to prepare for and survive some of nature's worst storms.
Download or read book A Survivor s Guide to Emergency Preparedness written by Rosemary Augustine and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-30 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a storm emergency threatens, it may already be too late. A storm that threatens your life, your property, and your state of mind does irreparable damage to your soul. Learn how to survive any storm emergency. And, how you prepare for a storm emergency no matter what storm comes your way determines how you survive. The author was four years old when she experienced her first hurricane. Throughout the years she has endured earthquakes, tornadoes, winter storms with power outages for days, not to mention many nor'easters, tropical storms, and, of course, numerous hurricanes. This book is written to provide the reader with a list of items to prepare in case of weather-related emergencies, potential evacuation for hurricanes, or storm-related disasters. While preparing for any emergency, many items the author shares are everyday items that should be staples already found in your home. The author says, "I have been through many storms some with power outages for days. I've lived in states where nor'easters were common and tropical storms were frequent. I have prepared with water and food for at least a week to 10 days, and have never been without electricity for more than five days. However, those days without electricity were even more challenging to me than during Hurricane Irma." The author continues, "I learned my lesson years ago to be prepared - always be prepared. And, it never hurts to be over-prepared, since in the end, if you don't prepare for any storm emergency, you'll panic, make bad choices, and possibly lose your life." Winter storms with potential for power outages occur December to April. Nor'easters can impact the northeastern United States just about any time of year. Tropical Storms are a grade or two below a hurricane. And Hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th each year. Some years hurricane activity is quiet. On August 25, 2017, the United States was hit first with Hurricane Harvey that decimated Houston, Texas and the southern Texas coast. Then, 16 days later came Hurricane Irma that ripped through the state of Florida from the Florida Keys to Jacksonville, and from the Gulf Coast to the Atlantic Coast. No where in Florida was spared. Eleven days later Hurricane Maria destroyed the U.S. Territory of Puerto Rico. Although Rosemary knows there will be many more storms, she wanted to share her personal survival guide that she uses before and after a storm that keeps her safe and prepared for any storm emergency. Currently a resident of Florida, she and her two kitties survived Hurricane Irma in 2017.
Download or read book Hurricanes and Tornadoes written by Malini Sood and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2007-07-15 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An overview of hurricanes and tornadoes discusses what causes such storms, how they are studied, famous storms and their aftermath, and how rescue teams prepare for these events.
Download or read book Hurricanes and Tornadoes written by Patricia O'Brien and published by Teaching and Learning Company. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build your own barometer; create a cyclone out of household materials; write a newspaper article from the eye of the storm. These are just a few of the ways that this jam-packed science resource makes learning about nature's fury interesting! Students will learn everything they need to know about these dangerous storms in detailed, easy-to-understand explanations. This comprehensive hands-on science unit includes: diagrams and charts; experiments, including reproducible data recording pages; detailed investigations of two of nature's most powerful storms; research and writing projects; hurricane and tornado vocabulary.
Download or read book Disaster Survival Guide Be Prepared for Any Natural Disaster written by Federal Emergency Management Agency and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-12 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Preparedness takes action! Learn more about hazards which can affect your community and ways you can take action to prepare and participate: Earthquakes can occur suddenly and be deadly. Most earthquake-related casualties result from collapsing walls, flying glass, and falling objects. Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the United States and can happen anywhere. Hurricanes have the power to cause widespread devastation, and can affect both coastal and inland areas. Tornadoes are one of nature's most violent storms, and can cause death, injury, and destruction within seconds. Wildfires can occur anywhere and can destroy homes, businesses, infrastructure, natural resources, and agriculture. Winter storms can occur anywhere and bring freezing rain, ice, snow, high winds or a combination of all these conditions. They can cause power outages that last for days or weeks; making it hard to keep warm and making travel very dangerous. Recent national tragedies remind us that the risk is real: an active shooter incident can happen in any place at any time. The best way to make sure you and your loved ones stay safe is to prepare ahead of time. Content: How to Prepare for an Earthquake How to Prepare for a Flood How to Prepare for a Hurricane How to Prepare for a Tornado How to Prepare for a Wildfire How to Prepare for a Winter Storm How to Provide Emergency Medical Help: First Aid Case and Kits Emergency Rescue and Transportation Procedures First Aid Handbook in Case of Injury: Specific Injuries Fractures Climatic Injuries
Download or read book Hurricanes Tornadoes written by Neil Morris and published by New York ; Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont. : Crabtree Pub.. This book was released on 1998 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fury and power of extreme weather is explored along with its devastating effects on earth's climate. Modern scientific methods of predicting and preparing for storms are featured.
Download or read book Surviving Natural Disasters written by Janice McCann and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 1001 Questions Answered About written by Barbara Tufty and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-08-03 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This highly readable and informative guide answers hundreds of fascinating questions about storms and atmospheric phenomena. In addition to dispelling common misconceptions, it imparts a wealth of solid scientific data about hurricanes, tornadoes, thunderstorms, wind, fog, ice storms, and other events. The text is embellished with 72 drawings and 20 photographs.
Download or read book The Hurricane Preparedness Handbook written by Bob Stearns and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-06-02 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don’t wait until it’s too late. Prepare now! We’ve all seen the ruin that a hurricane can bring. No one can stop a hurricane, but proper preparation can limit damage, protect long-term finances, and even save lives. The Hurricane Preparedness Handbook is an invaluable, step-by-step guide for everyone who lives in a region threatened by these terrifying storms. Here is advice on: Understanding the category warning system Buying the right insurance Protecting your home from an oncoming storm Choosing and using an electrical generator Proper provisioning and use of food and water Dealing with a storm’s aftermath And much more! There is no substitute for experience and expert advice, and this easy-to-store, easy-to-use handbook offers everyone a chance to learn from the past and prepare for the future. No one should go through a hurricane without first reading this book.
Download or read book Inside Hurricanes and Tornadoes written by Philip Steele and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2006-12-15 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains what hurricanes and tornadoes are, describes the damage these powerful storms can do, and explains how scientists study the weather to predict such storms.
Download or read book Taking Shelter from the Storm Building a Safe Room for Your Home or Small Business written by and published by FEMA. This book was released on 2008 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Repairing Your Flooded Home written by and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When in doubt, throw it out. Don't risk injury or infection. 2: Ask for help. Many people can do a lot of the cleanup and repairs discussed in this book. But if you have technical questions or do not feel comfortable doing something, get professional help. If there is a federal disaster declaration, a telephone "hotline" will often be publicized to provide information about public, private, and voluntary agency programs to help you recover from the flood. Government disaster programs are there to help you, the taxpayer. You're paying for them; check them out. 3: Floodproof. It is very likely that your home will be flooded again someday. Floodproofing means using materials and practices that will prevent or minimize flood damage in the future. Many floodproofing techniques are inexpensive or can be easily incorporated into your rebuilding program. You can save a lot of money by floodproofing as you repair and rebuild (see Step 8).
Download or read book Thunderstorms Tornadoes Lightning Nature s Most Violent Storms a Preparedness Guide Including Tornado Safety Information for Schools written by National Weather Service (U.S.) and published by National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration. This book was released on 2014-07-28 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This illustrated guide showcases some facts about weather-related events and suggests life-saving actions you can take, if you find yourself in an unexpected situation resulting from a weather-related event. The goal of this booklet is to present you with details on how to recognize severe weather, be aware of your surroundings, and to encourage you to develop a plan to be ready to act when threatening weather approaches. Here is a bird's eye-view of the weather-related events that are covered in this guide with a few short facts about each that are also presented in the guide. Lightning... ¦ Causes an average of 55-60 fatalities and 400 injuries each year ¦ Occurs with all thunderstorms ¦ Costs more than $1 billion in insured losses each year Tornadoes... ¦ Cause an average of 60-65 fatalities and 1,500 injuries each year ¦ Can produce wind speeds in excess of 200 mph ¦ Can be 1 mile wide and stay on the ground over 50 miles Straight-line Winds... ¦ Can exceed 125 mph ¦ Can cause destruction equal to a tornado ¦ Are extremely dangerous to aviation Flash Floods and Floods... ¦ Are the #1 cause of deaths associated with thunderstorms, more than 90 fatalities each year Hail... ¦ Can be larger than a softball (5 inches in diameter) ¦ Causes more than $1 billion in crop and property damage each year Some helpful tips included in this guide include how quickly these weather-events can result to a devastating situation. Therefore, it emphasizes that by having a plan in place prior to the event that is practiced from time to time, will allow response actions to be positive rather than stressful. This resource also provides guidance on the type of items that should be included in an Emergency Supply Kit for use at home, office, school, or place of business. There is also a special section dedicated to schools and working with children during an unexpected weather emergency. This school section also includes proper inspections and maintenance of buildings, and recommends emergency drills to practice the school safety plans with children including handling of disabled personnel and/or children.
Download or read book The Science of a Tornado written by Linda Cernak and published by Cherry Lake. This book was released on 2015-08-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book discusses the science behind tornadoes and their effects. The chapters describe deadly tornadoes, examine the weather conditions that cause tornadoes, and explain how people prepare for these disasters. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
Download or read book Living Prepared written by Cheryl Hargooa and published by . This book was released on 2018-06-22 with total page 610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you, "Living Prepared?" Do you have a Family Emergency Plan for Hurricane, Thunderstorm, Tornado?A plan is critical to surviving these storms. The information provided in "Living Prepared - The Family Plan: Hurricane, Thunderstorm, Tornado", leads you through the planning process by providing information on selecting group members, what skill sets will be vital for the team, what skill sets will be in high demand after the incident, and other critical information. Watching the hurricanes that have devastated both the states that border the Gulf of Mexico and the eastern seaboard , many people did not have a plan in place. When making your plan, you MUST consider the basics. "Living Prepared" gives you those basics and how to prepare ahead of time. The book provides guides, charts, forms, lists to guide you through the process of organizing your plan. Why would you want to stand in line for hours to buy food and water?Why do you not have at least a weeks supply of basic supplies?Why would you put your family in a position that they could become statistics."WHY WOULD YOU NOt MAKE A PLAN FOR YOUR FAMILY?
Download or read book The Ultimate Storm Survival Handbook written by Warren Faidley and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2006-08-20 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Be prepared to survive weather disasters no matter where you live with this complete guide. Year after year, dangerous weather become more intense—and more common. We all need to be ready for a potentially deadly storm to strike at any time. The Ultimate Storm Survival Handbook gives you all the information you need to prepare for hurricanes, tornados, blizzards, floods, hailstorms, and more. Along with clear instructions on preparing before a storm, the book also contains survival kit guidelines, helpful Websites, and quick-reference emergency checklists for each type of weather event. Get step-by-step instructions on: creating a plan for family survival securing your home and taking inventory caring for your pets familiarizing yourself with your area's storms and storm safety knowing what the warnings mean planning for the infirm and elderly
