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Never drink flood water—it's not safe! Drink bottled water instead.

FEMA for Kids: The Disaster Area

The headquarters for disaster information is FEMA—the Federal Emergency Management Area. They help people prepare for floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, and other storms and natural disasters. Learn all about them at this great site.

		Questions Why should people keep disaster supply kits? What should be kept in these kits? What should you do if you are caught in a burning building? What is the difference between a flash flood and an ordinary flood?

Franklin's Forecast

From the Franklin Institute comes this HUGE site that is all about the weather. Click Weather Events for a look at the different storms that can strike. Or, explore weather satellites, or make your own weather station! You'll find lots to learn and do.

		Questions How does RADAR help meteorologists predict the weather? What type of weather produces the fastest winds on Earth—sometimes over 250 miles per hour? A hygrometer is an instrument in a weather station. What does it measure?