Reducing effect

Question 1

What can be used to identify the development and movement of tropical storms?

Answer 1

Satellites, Radar (radio signals) and weather charts

Question 2

What two different levels of warning can be used?

Answer 2

Hurricane watch - wide spread area, lets people know that hurricane conditions could be possible.
Hurricane warning - specific area, lets people know that hurricane conditions are expected and people should take action

Question 3

What different options can be used to protect people from hazards associated with tropical storms?

Answer 3

• Windows, doors and roofs strengthened to withstand strong winds (eg shutters)
• Constructed using strong materials like concrete
• Storm drains to take away access amounts of rainfall and reduce flooding
• Sea walls to protect against storm surges
• Houses near the coast are on stilts to prevent storm surge damage
• Special cyclone centres built

Question 4

What different planning techniques can be used?

Answer 4

• Building better housing/protection structures to help reduce the damage and deaths
• Raising awareness and teaching people what to do (sometimes involves practice evacuations)
• Families advised to have a plan for themselves and escape bags with important items