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Understanding Storm Surge: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Storm Surge: A Comprehensive Guide

What exactly is storm surge? Imagine a wall of water, driven by the immense force of a hurricane, crashing onto the shoreline. That’s storm surge in a nutshell, and it’s a force of nature you don’t want to underestimate. The Science Behind Storm Surge Storm surge occurs when a hurricane’s powerful winds push ocean water […]