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1
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monitoring

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spotting hurricanes with satellites imagery

helps us to know what is happening

2
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predictions

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satellites
weather radar
computer programs
hurricane trackers

3
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planning

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stocking up in households
supplies
training
first aid

4
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evacuation

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evacuation drills for schools and workplaces

5
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trees

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remove trees near buildings

6
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fuel

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ensure vehicles have fuel so that they can evacuate quickly

7
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storm drains

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these should e built in urban areas to remove excessive amounts of rainfall

8
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satellites

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there is a classic cloud pattern associated with tropical storms. computer can predict the path of the storms and warn people.

9
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homes

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homes built on stilts if they are near the coast

10
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low lying lands

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do not build houses in these areas
insurance for homes that are low would be higher
people stay away from renting in these areas as the risks are high