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The most devastating after-effect of a hurricane is coastal and inland flooding related to storm surge. A storm surge is water that's pushed ashore as a result of hurricane winds. The storm creates winds and weather conditions of its own. This, combined with regular normal tides in the area, create a "hurricane storm tide," also known as a storm surge. Water from this tide can result in an increase in the water level by 15 to 20 feet - or more.
If a storm surge comes ashore in an area that is flat or not very high above sea level, the results can be horrific, as seen in the United States most recently in Hurricane Katrina. This storm produced the highest storm surge in the U.S. - more than 28 feet in some areas. Predicting storm surge is a significant part of predicting where a hurricane will hit, as this is a factor in knowing what areas of the communinity must evacuate.
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What quarter of a hurricane is the most dangerous?
is the northeast part of the eyewall in a hurricane the most dangerous
What is the name of the most dangerous hurricane?
Hurricane Andrew
Is a thunderstorm more dangerous than a hurricane?
No. In most cases a hurricane is far more dangerous.
What is the most dangerous a flood or a hurricane?
Hurricane of course. Hurricane can make floods, but floods cant make hurricane it self. Aha.
What is the most dangerous hurricane tornado tsunami or earthquake?
The one that you are nearest to. All are dangerous depending on their location.
What quarter of a hurricane is the most dangerous?
is the northeast part of the eyewall in a hurricane the most dangerous
Which side of a hurricane is the most dangerous?
The right side of a hurricane is the strongest and thus the most dangerous..
What is the name of the most dangerous hurricane?
Hurricane Andrew
What is the most dangerous hurricane in America?
Hurricane katrina
Is a thunderstorm more dangerous than a hurricane?
No. In most cases a hurricane is far more dangerous.
What is the most dangerous intense and biggest hurricane ever?
Super Typhoon Tip (1979) had the lowest pressure.
What is the name of the most dangerous hurricane of all times?
Most likely, hurricane Katrina.
What is most dangerous storm in the u.s?
The most dangerous storm on Earth is a hurricane.
What is the most dangerous a flood or a hurricane?
Hurricane of course. Hurricane can make floods, but floods cant make hurricane it self. Aha.
Why is the hurricane the most dangerous storm on earth?
it can kill you
What is the most dangerous storm in New York?
Hurricane Sandy
Is an earthquake the most dangerous attack of all time?
It is very dangerous but a flood is an dangerous attack as well as a hurricane.
