Hurricane Greta, a satellite photo

What is a Hurricane

A hurricane is a body of air in which the atmospheric pressure is lower than the surrounding air. They may also cause wind that drives the rain so anything that is outside is soaked thoroughly.

Where are Hurricanes found

Hurricanes are found throughout the tropics, especially near a low-lying coast in a low latitude on the western side of the Atlantic, North Pacific, or the western side of the South Pacific.

What should you do to be safe from Hurricanes

1. Find out what to expect of the sea. To do this, try to find out the height of the ground between you and the coast and how high your home is above ground level

2. You might need to leave your home quickly, so work out the best route to high ground inland

3. Arrange in advance to stay with a neighbor or relative who lives on high ground inland in case of an emergency

4. Secure external doors and board up windows

5. Make a Safety Kit before the disaster begins, consisting of flashlights, battery-powered radio, spare batteries, a camping stove, fuel, and cooler box with gel packs for keeping fresh foods cool

6. Prepare a first aid box

Where have some especially dangerous Hurricanes been found and on what dates

1. Darwin, Australia - 1974

2. Bahamas, Florida-Louisiana - 1992