Primary Sources

Conti, Allie. “'We Lost Everything': First-Hand Accounts of Harvey's Wrath in Texas.” ​Vice​, 29

Aug. 2017,

www.vice.com/en_nz/article/9kk83v/we-lost-everything-first-hand-accounts-of-harveys-

wrath-in-texas. Accounts of Harvey’s destruction. Talks about seeing an alligator’s head

out of the water. To me, this shows the severity of the hurricane, and the fear it ensues.

“Hurricane Harvey: A First-Hand Account.” ​American Red Cross Youth​, 10 Sept. 2017,

redcrossyouth.org/2017/09/03/hurricane-harvey-a-first-hand-account/. Talks about how

normal the day when Harvey struck was. Helps me to know how truly terrifying it must

be to see you beloved city washed away.

Quentin Dupont, SJ ~ Approx read time 9 mins, et al. “A Firsthand Account of Hurricane

Harvey.” ​The Jesuit Post​, 11 Sept. 2017,

thejesuitpost.org/2017/09/a-firsthand-account-of-hurricane-harvey/. A hurricane survivor

recounts their experience during their first hurricane. They were four years old and hiding

in a closet with a flashlight. This shows how often young children are overlooked in the

aftermath and goings-ons of hurricanes.

Schlichter, Jay. “First-Hand Experience: We Were among the Lucky Hurricane Andrew

Survivors.” ​Naples Daily News​, Naples, 20 Aug. 2017,

www.naplesnews.com/story/news/local/2017/08/19/first-hand-experience-we-were-amon

g-lucky-hurricane-andrew-survivors/573698001/. A recount of being a hurricane survivor

from hurricane Andrew years ago. The author states that he remember hiding in a

bedroom with scuba gear by his side. This brings a brutal and horrifying recount of the
 hurricane. I can now understand how disturbing this event would be if I was inside a

hurricane.

“Texans Share Their Harrowing First-Hand Accounts of Hurricane Harvey.” ​Wide Open

Country​, 8 Sept. 2017, www.wideopencountry.com/hurricane-harvey-impact/. This,like

the last source, recounts events from a hurricane. This time, it states facts about survivors

from Harvey. The woman in the article stated that it stayed pitch black until 9 am. This

let me understand how impactful the powerful storm can be, and insight into what it must

be like.

“U.S. Coast Guard Speaks Out in Wake of Hurricane Irma: 'The Primary Mission Today Is

Conducting Search and Rescue'.” ​PEOPLE.com​,

people.com/human-interest/u-s-coast-guard-speaks-out-in-wake-of-hurricane-irma-the-pri

mary-mission-today-is-conducting-search-and-rescue/. This video gives a first hand

recount of a member of the coast guard who helps to search and rescue after the terrible

storm. It helps me to feel more connected to the topic.

Ryan, Judy. “Hurricane Experience.” 22 Jan. 2018.

Secondary Sources

Center, National Hurricane. “National Hurricane Center.” ​National Hurricane Center​, 1 Jan.

2001, www.nhc.noaa.gov/. This is the national website which gives vital hurricane info. I

have understood my subject more in depth.

“Effects of a Hurricane.” ​Hurricane - The One-Eyed Monster​,

teachertech.rice.edu/Participants/louviere/hurricanes/effects.html. This teaches the reader

 about the effects of hurricanes, such as storm surges and powerful winds. I learned what

to expect if I was in a hurricane, along with the aftermath that ensues.

eSchooltoday. ​Effects of Hurricanes​,

eschooltoday.com/natural-disasters/hurricanes/effects-of-hurricanes.html. This, like the

second source, shows effects of hurricanes. I feel more educated on the fact that there are

weather and economic impacts, contrary to popular belief.

How Are Hurricanes Formed​, www.cotf.edu/ete/modules/sevweath/swhoware.html. This source

gives information on the formation of hurricanes and their amount of power. This helps

me learn the severity of the natural disaster based on facts and statistics.

“How Hurricanes Form and What Makes Them So Destructive.” ​Typhoon Lan: What Is a

Hurricane?​, 20 Nov. 2017,

www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/hurricanes/. This is a

secondary source that gives current and historical examples of my topic. It gives me

background information on the natural phenomenon.

Loria, Kevin. “Here's Why Hurricane Season Has Been Exceptionally Disastrous - and Why

New Storms Are Still Showing Up.” ​Business Insider​, Business Insider, 6 Oct. 2017,

www.businessinsider.com/hurricane-season-2017-maria-irma-harvey-2017-9. If you ever

wondered the statistics of hurricane naming in 2017, we went through all letters of the

alphabet minus the last 6. I now am very aware and can understand why these are called

what they are.

NWS Tropicla Cyclone Safety Home Page, and US Department of Commerce, NOAA, National

Weather Service. “NWS Tropicla Cyclone Safety Home Page.” ​National Weather
 Service​, NOAA's National Weather Service, 1 Jan. 2001,

www.nws.noaa.gov/om/hurricane/action.shtml. This article shows the reader what to do

in case of being in an area when a tropical storm arises. I have now learned to follow all

instructions, secure my house, and stay in tune.

Tropical Cyclone Climatology​, www.nhc.noaa.gov/climo/. This article teaches the specific

season of which hurricanes are common. June 1- November 30 is the season, as I have

learned, which is helpful if I ever live in a very hurricane prone environment.

“United States.” ​AccuWeather​, www.accuweather.com/en/hurricane. Tracks hurricanes in 2017.

Helped me understand the importance.

Wicker, Crystal. ​Weather Wiz Kids Weather Information for Kids​,

www.weatherwizkids.com/weather-hurricane.htm. This gives information on the

formation of the storm. It helped me understand the severity of the issue.

www.cnn.com/2017/10/10/weather/hurricane-nate-maria-irma-harvey-impact-look-back-trend/in

dex.html+. The reader of this article will know in depth info about specific recent

hurricanes. I sadly now know the death toll and debt that the US fell under during these

harrowing disasters.

www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/2017-hurricane-season-finally-ends-how-bad-was-it-will-n82

5+. This link shows the current information on hurricanes issued from 2017. I feel like I

understand just how big Irma, Harvey, Maria, and others were.

www.nhc.noaa.gov/aboutnames_history.shtml. Similarly to the above source, this digs deep into

the naming of storms. Names are recycled every 7 years, and, the bit I found most

interesting is that if the name is associated with a very fatal storm, it will be retired.
www.sun-sentinel.com/news/weather/hurricane/sfl-hc-history-1495to1800-htmlstory.ht+. This

article shows some information on the earliest hurricanes. I am now aware of the

impending issue and how it has plagued the world since the 1400s (first documented) and

how it will continue to affect our environment.