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 A cyclone is a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of

low atmospheric pressure.
 Cyclones are characterized by inward spiraling winds that rotate about a

zone of low pressure.
 Cyclones are violent storms that cause tremendous damage to coastal

areas.

Different names of cyclones:

 Hurricane
 Typhoon

 Willie-Willie

Safety Measures:

 Turn off all electricity, gas and water; unplug all appliances.
 Keep your emergency kit close at hand.

 Bring your family into the strongest part of the house.
 Keep listening to the radio for cyclone updates.

 If the building begins to break up, shelter under a strong table, bench or heavy
mattress.
Droughts:

 A drought or drouth is an event of prolonged shortages in the water supply,
whether atmospheric, surface water or ground water.
 A drought can last for months or years, or may be declared after as few as
15 days