also known as typhoons and hurricanes, cyclones cause
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DEFINITION A cyclone is an intense low pressure system which forms over warm tropical waters in summer. CAUSES When warm tropical waters heat the air above it then rises and forms thunderclouds. As cool air is drawn in to replace the heated air it then rises rapidly upwards. The thunderclouds join to form a major swirling mass of air, often hundreds of kilometres across. The swirling motion then continues until the system reaches land and loses its source of heat and moisture, or passes over cooler waters. MAJOR AREAS AFFECTED
Cyclones affect Australia Typhoons affect South East Asia
Hurricanes affect the east coast of the United States
Useful Websites
http://www.emergency.qld.gov.au/emq/css/cyclone.asp
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
Also known as typhoons and hurricanes, cyclones cause widespread damage across the globe each year.
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People can survive if they are prepared
WHAT TO DO Trim treetops and branches well clear of
your home. Tape windows or cover with protective material e.g. metal screen or plywood. Clear your property of loose material that
could blow about and cause injury or Damage. If you are in an area where a storm surge or
other flooding is expected, know the safest access route to your nearest high ground
Prepare an emergency kit including a battery operated radio to hear warnings.
Damage in Innisfail from Cyclone Larry
WHAT TO DO DURING Take shelter in your home or a safe indoor
area. Stay away from windows and shelter in a
secure area e.g. a hallway, the toilet or bathroom.
WHAT TO DO AFTER Follow the warnings. Listen to local radio for official warnings
and advice. Stay away from fallen power lines, debris
and flood waters. Contact Emergency Services if you or your neighbours need help.
Damage in Mourilyan from Cyclone Larry
Crop Damage from Cyclone Larry
Restoring services after Cyclone Larry
Useful Websites http://www.em.gov.au
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Prepared by David Nutchey and David Lergessner, Faculty of Education, QUT August 2013