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Hurricanes and Tornadoes
By: Brooklyn Routt
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HurricaneA hurricane is a huge storm. It can be up to 6oo miles across and have strong winds spiraling inward and upward at speeds up to 75 to 200 miles.
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How are hurricanes predicted
Hurricanes are formed by ocean waters of about 80F.
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How to measure a hurricaneYou can measure a tornado by the stuffer hurricane scale.
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How much time to prepare
A watch can come in less than 36 hours. A warning can come in less than 24 hours.
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Safety StepsYou need food, first aid kit, and a flash light.
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What is a tornadoIs a violent column like system of rapidly rotation air.
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How are they predicted
They have spinning winds that are dangerous.
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How are they measured.
They are measured by the fujita scale.
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How much time to prepare
You have 10 minutes or less
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Safety StepsYou have to gather food and stay away from windows.