Tropical storms – hazards and effects
I can understand that tropical storms have significant effects on people and the environment.
Tropical storms – hazards and effects
I can understand that tropical storms have significant effects on people and the environment.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Tropical storms have significant effects on people and the environment.
- Tropical storms have primary effects on people and the environment, such as strong winds, heavy rain and storm surges.
- Tropical storms have secondary effects on people and the environment, such as coastal flooding and landslides.
- Some countries are more vulnerable to the impacts (physically, socially and economically) of tropical storms.
Keywords
Storm surge - the rising of the sea as a result of atmospheric pressure changes and wind associated with a storm
Hazard - a natural or human-made event that poses a threat to people, property or the environment
Vulnerable - being more susceptible or exposed to the harmful impacts of a natural disaster
Infrastructure - the basic networks, services and facilities needed for daily life, e.g. roads, utilities, healthcare
Common misconception
Tropical storms only affect coastal areas.
Explain that tropical storms can impact inland areas as well due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
The change in wind speed and direction at different altitudes.
Deflection of winds and ocean currents caused by the Earth's rotation.
Energy stored in water vapour, when it evaporates, that is released.
Exit quiz
6 Questions
Injuries due to flooding and strong winds.
Waterborne diseases due to stagnant water.
Lack of food and medical resources.
Damage to roads and buildings.