Colorado weather can change very rapdily: one minute it's warm with lots of sun and the next minute it's cold with wind, rain or snow. You should always be prepared for sudden weather changes in Colorado when outside.

1. What are signs of changing weather?

• sunshine
• dark clouds
• strong winds

2. How can a radio protect you from severe weather?

• plays music that sounds like thunder
• tells you which baseball games are playing
• provides you with a weather forecast

3. Lightening can be very dangerous. If you are caught outdoors while hiking, where should you seek shelter?

• under a tree
• inside a car
• inside a building away from windows
• under a power line

4. When outside temperatures are very hot, what should you do?

• take breaks in the shade of a building or tree
• drink lots of water or juice
• never use sun screen GE

5. During what month does Colorado have severe weather?

• September
• May
• April
• All of the above

6. Which are spring weather hazards in Colorado?

• snow
• flood
• tornado
• hail
• avalanche

Last Updated: 3/24/09

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