1. TORNADOES By: Alyssa Hinkle EDU 290 8:00-9:15 http://www.fema.gov/kids/p_tor03.htm
2. How are they formed? There is no exact way to know how tornadoes are formed. USUALLY they occur when: cool dry air from the north AND warm moist air from the south mix together. http://www.jason.org/uploads/PublicUploads/CuteSoft/Thunderstorm%20Formation.jpg
3. When do these storms occur? Normally tornadoes occur from March to August. But, Under the right conditions they can occur anytime, anyplace. Microsoft Clipart
4. Where do they occur? The United States is the country where tornadoes are most likely to occur, anywhere in the world. Microsoft Clipart The most common place is in Tornado Alley.
7. It includes the central Plains from Texas to Nebraska.But, a tornado can still happen ANYWHERE! http://www.nationalgeographic.com/eye/tornadoes/effect.html
10. F5 is the largest tornadoFujita Scale The winds are stronger and there is more damage when the tornado is bigger! http://www.fema.gov/kids/fscale.htm
11. FACT “In an average year in the United States, 800 tornadoes are reported nationwide…” -National Geographic
12. So, how are tornadoes detected? Forecasters gather data from: Satellite imagery Radar Weather stations Weather balloons Lightning detection networks http://www.nationalgeographic.com/eye/tornadoes/science.html
13. PHOTOS Photo of a tornado. Damage after a tornado http://www.fema.gov/kids/p_tor.htm
21. Watch for broken glass and power lines that are downed!TIPS http://www.fema.gov/kids/knw_tor.htm
22. Tornado watch A tornado watch means a tornado is possible with the current weather. What should you do?
23. Tornado warning A tornado warning means that a tornado has been spotted and touched the ground. What should you do?
24. Most tornadoes are weak… BUT, they all can become dangerous very fast. Knowing about tornadoes and how to stay safe will help protect others and YOU!
25. First, each group is going to make a tornado in a bottle. Now, you will draw your own tornado. Then, write a paragraph about what you have learned about tornadoes and how you would feel if you were near the tornado you have drawn. Finally, do you think the tornado in the bottle looks like the photos and videos we have seen?
