Mis Durall Science Class

The Weather
In class, we have been studying the weather and weather
disasters. Flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes, thunderstorms, and
lightning can affect our homes, our safety, and the food we eat.
We have also explored the science of weather forecasting. For
this project, you are to gather information from the resources
below regarding the following topics:

 The causes/formation of severe weather conditions

 The dangers associated with each
 Precautions that should be taken

This Photo by Unknown Author is

licensed under CC BY-NC-ND

Use the following Web resources to assist you with your research.

 Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological

Laboratory-Learn more about hurricanes from
this national site.
 The National Hurricane Center-The
National Weather Center provides a great deal
of information at the site about the current storm
season, tracking information, and weather
outlooks. Be sure to spend some time here.
 NOAA Photo Library- Tornadoes- Explore
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed images of tornadoes presented here. Look for
under CC BY-SA similarities and differences between the storm
systems.
 Twist: The tornado Story-Learn more about
tornadoes and the damage they can cause from
this interactive site.