Summary
The storm got weaker after it reached land, but it still caused big waves and some flooding. 🌊
Many homes lost electricity, and helpers told people to stay safe inside. 🏠
Key Points
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Hurricane Isaias hit near Destin, Florida.
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Winds were about 90 miles per hour.
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Storm caused flooding and power loss for many families.
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The storm moved toward Alabama and the Tennessee Valley.
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Emergency teams asked people to stay safe.
New Words to Learn
6 wordshurricane
a huge storm with very strong winds and lots of rain
category
a way to measure how strong a hurricane is
storm surge
big waves that push water onto land during a storm
flood
when water covers ground that is usually dry
power outage
when electricity stops working
emergency declaration
a special announcement that helps get help quickly
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