Question

hurricanes are severe tropical storms that form in the southern atlantic ocean, caribbean sea, gulf of mexico, and in the eastern pacific ocean. hurricanes have winds of at least 74 miles per hour. when hurricanes come onto land, their heavy rain, strong winds, and large waves can damage buildings, trees, and cars.
your family has heard that a hurricane is predicted for the area where you live. you cannot evacuate the area. your parents have boarded up the windows and stocked up on water and food so you can ride out the storm. your family safety plan includes a list of things that should be done following the storm. what is one item that would not be on that list?
a do not go near any wires that are loose or dangling.
b if you smell gas, be sure to tell your parents immediately.
c go outside immediately to see what damage the storm has caused.
d do not drink water from the faucet unless your parents say it is okay.
when the residents of the florida panhandle were allowed to return home after hurricane michael, they had to take certain precautions. all but one was a precaution suggested by fema.

Explanation:

When a hurricane is approaching and one cannot evacuate, going outside immediately to see what damage the storm has caused (Option C) is extremely dangerous. During a hurricane, strong winds, flying debris, and other hazards persist even after the initial eye - wall passes. It is not safe to assess damage right away. Options A (not going near loose or dangling wires - a safety measure to avoid electrocution), B (telling parents if gas is smelled - to prevent gas explosions), and D (not drinking water from unknown sources - to avoid waterborne diseases) are all valid safety precautions.

Answer:

C. Go outside immediately to see what damage the storm has caused.