Planning For Natural Disasters
As we look ahead to future storms and natural disasters, we need to start planning now to minimize their impacts.
NOAA Education Lesson Plan Library: Do You Want to Risk It?
Students in grades 9-12 discuss how residents in coastal areas can plan for the potential effects of natural hazards.
National Weather Service Hurricane Center
NOAA Hurricane Hunters FAQs
A list of frequently asked questions about hurricanes.
What is a Wetland?
Wetlands are places where there is shallow water or very soggy soil at least part of the year. Plants that grow there love having "wet feet." There are many different kinds of wetlands, and they’re some of the most important places on Earth.
Why are wetlands so important?
Wetlands provide a natural barrier against the impacts of hurricanes. Scientists estimated that every three miles of healthy wetlands could trim about one foot off a storm surge.
- Without wetlands, thousands of species of animals and plants would become extinct.
- Without wetlands, floods and pollution would be much worse.
Wet Bits - Check out these fascinating facts about wetlands.
Wetlands Information and Activities:
What Makes a Wetland a Wetland?
Wetlands and Hurricanes
Wetland Surveys and Slogans
Wetlands Information and Activities
Saltwater Wetlands Information and Activities