Severe Weather - Tornadoes

These are multiple photos taken over the course of two hours. They are photos of a tornado forming in Bondurant, Iowa. This storm had life threatening damages to the town.

Driving Question

• Why is it important to predict and communicate severe weather?

Probing Questions

• How can we prepare to stay safe in severe weather, specifically tornadoes in Iowa?
• What do you think the meteorologist is doing and saying to the community at the time of this storm?
• Tornadoes are unique to the Midwest.  What storms are there in other regions that we do not have in Iowa?

Classroom Suggestions

Students could:

• Make a list of safety precautions that we take to stay safe during a tornado.
• Take a walk to the school tornado safe place.
• Interview a local meteorologist and ask questions about severe weather in your region.

Relevant Related Resources

Why Are Tornadoes So Hard to Predict | Mystery Doug | YouTube: Watch this video that explains why tornadoes are hard to predict!
How Do Tornadoes Form? | Wonderopolis: Visit this website to learn more about how tornadoes form. Read an article, look at pictures and watch a video!
Tornado Cleanup | KMTV 3 News | YouTube: Watch the news coverage of the 2018 tornado in Bondurant! What damages do you notice? What sounds do you hear during the storm?