Kids - What Could Happen


	*Find Out What Could Happen*

Knowledge is power! Take this power and use it to understand the dangers that are out there.

In Peoria, extreme heat and thunderstorms (especially lightning) are two of the major dangers to be prepared for. Your home also has many dangers that could hurt you.

You can also find out what's happening right now in your state.

Extreme Heat

Sun

Make sure you drink lots of water, not only while you are playing or working in the heat, but before you go out and after you come in.

Know how heat makes you sick, and how to know when the heat makes you sick. This type of sickness is called heat-related illness.

Find out about heat-related illness from the Red Cross.

Take the Extreme Heat Quiz to find out how much you know about the heat and how to stay safe.

Thunderstorms (Monsoon)

lightning

Have fun coloring, while you learn about lightning from Owlie Skywarn or learn about floods from Owlie Skywarn.
Learn how thunderstorm's happen and can lead to more dangerous things such as tornadoes. This brochure has a section on the Life Cycle of a Thunderstorm and some other good stuff.
Want to do an experiment? Try making some lightening!
Read some weather stories, play a game, and learn about basic weather safety at the Striking Images Kids Page.

Home Dangers

housefire

Thinking about our homes catching on fire is a scary and sad thought. But being prepared can save your life! Find out all about fire safety.
Sparky can also help you learn how to stay safe in case of a fire.
Find out general safety stuff from Captain Kiddie. There are things here for all ages!
We use lots of stuff around our houses that may cause injuries or illnesses. Find out about some of them from Kidd (no, he is not the same as Captain Kiddie).
Let Herman show you some good stuff on how to be prepared in all types of emergencies!

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