Unit 3 Review

5. The process of rebuilding and returning to normal after a disaster.
7. A rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.
9. An overflow of water onto normally dry land.
10. A long period with much less precipitation than normal.
12. Moving people away from an area in danger.
16. A powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain.
17. Basic systems such as roads, bridges, power, and water that support a community.
18. Able to recover, adapt, and keep functioning after a difficult event or disaster.

1. Planning and getting supplies ready before a disaster happens.
2. A change people make to the environment to meet their needs or reduce risk.
3. A barrier built along a coast to protect land from waves and erosion.
4. At risk of being harmed or negatively affected by a hazard or disaster.
6. The sudden shaking of the ground caused by movement in Earth's crust.
8. A raised wall or embankment built to help prevent river flooding.
11. A series of large ocean waves often caused by an underwater earthquake.
13. A change in behavior or way of life that helps people adjust to environmental conditions.
14. An alert that tells people a dangerous event may happen or is approaching.
15. weather, Severe weather conditions that can threaten people, property, and the environment.