Q1 how is storm formed?
Q2 describe the kind of destruction that a storm can cause.
Q3 list out a few safety measures that should be taken durin a storm.
In hot, humid, tropical, and equatorial areas, the temperature of the air over the land is very high. This causes the air to move upward and forcefully carry the water vapour present in the air, to a higher altitude. At high altitudes water vapour freezes to form water drops or hail which falls on the Earth. This sudden rise and fall of hot air and cold-water droplets causes lightning and thunder, and results in what is commonly called as a thunderstorm.
Destruction caused by storms:
- Trees get uprooted.
- Cracks appear in the walls of the homes.
- Temporary shelters are destroyed.
- Damage to cars and other vehicles.
- Lightning can cause damage to trees and people as well.
- Heavy rains can lead to floods and flooding of roads.
- Boundary walls may fall injuring people.
Safety measures to be taken during a storm:
- Stay indoors.
- Switch off electrical appliances.
- If outside do not take a shelter under a tree.
- Do not ignore the warnings issued by the meteorological department through TV, radio, or newspapers.
- Avoid driving on roads.
- Keep handy the phone numbers of emergency services.