Florida Faces Another Round of Rebuilding After 3rd Hurricane in 13 Months
Ask students: Where did Hurricane Helene hit? Where is Big Bend? When did Hurricane Helene hit? Why have recent hurricanes in the Big Bend been so severe?
The devastating toll from Hurricane Helene keeps growing. At least 121 people have died in six states and officials fear that number could grow much larger. Many remain missing and unaccounted for since phone lines and cell towers have been down for days. Some places in Florida are trying to recover from their third big hit in less than two years.
You may also want to read this AP story, Crisis unfolds in the Southeast as Helene’s death toll climbs to more than 100.
View the transcript of the story.
Discussion Questions
- Who are the individuals featured in this story?
- What are some of the thoughts shared by residents who were affected by Hurricane Helene regarding moving from their homes or where stores should be located going forward?
- Where did Hurricane Helene hit? Where is Big Bend?
- When did Hurricane Helene hit?
- Why have recent hurricanes in the Big Bend been so severe?
Focus Questions
- How are communities affected by extreme weather events like Hurricane Helene?
- Do you think the public needs to take the role climate change plays in the role of extreme weather events more seriously? Explain.
- Media literacy: Who else would you like to hear from in this story?
Extension Activity
Learn more about the effects of Hurricane Helene on North Carolina below.
Lesson Plans on Climate Change
Explore more resources for educators to find a wide-range of relevant preK-12 lessons on climate change or supporting young people as they continue to lead the conversation around the climate change crisis.
Republished with permission from PBS NewsHour Classroom.
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