Once upon a time, there was a small island where people lived peacefully. One day, an earthquake struck the island. The earthquake was caused by a fault in the Earth's crust. The magnitude of the earthquake was measured on the Richter scale and it was a very strong one.

The earthquake caused a devastating tsunami that headed towards the island. The people on the island were warned by a buoy that measures the height of the waves. They were told to evacuate immediately. A loud siren was heard all over the island, warning the people to leave their homes.

The people quickly gathered their belongings and headed to higher ground. The tidal waves were getting closer and closer to the island. The people were scared but they knew they had to evacuate to stay safe.

As the tidal waves reached the shore, they were much higher than anyone had expected. The waves destroyed homes and buildings, leaving the island in ruins. The people were devastated but they were grateful that they had followed the evacuation instructions and were safe.

The people learned an important lesson that day. They learned that earthquakes can be dangerous and cause tsunamis. They also learned that it is important to listen to the warning sirens and evacuate when they hear them. From then on, the people made sure to always be prepared for earthquakes.

Reflections

1. What caused the earthquake in the story?
2. Why was the evacuation siren important?
3. What did the people of the island learn from the tsunami disaster?
4. What is the Richter scale and what does it measure?
5. What would you do if you heard a warning siren like the one in the story?