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What is storm surge? One of the most deadly parts of a hurricane
Storm surge, an abnormal rise in water levels generated by a storm, poses a significant threat to coastal areas due to its ...
6 Takeaways From The 2024 Hurricane Season, According To the National Hurricane Center
The 2024 hurricane season was a reminder of several lessons learned from the past that we can use to be better prepared for ...
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Before the storm: Preparing for the fast and forceful reality of storm surge
Above all, don’t underestimate the force of storm surge and its risks. Following evacuation orders, preparing in advance and ...
The historic 1983 hurricane season saw only 4 named storms. But one was major.
"It only takes one" can apply to the 1983 hurricane season. There were only four named storms, but one of those was a big one ...
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Hurricane Preparedness Week: Understand tropical forecasts and warnings
It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week here on CBS 12 News. Each day the CBS 12 StormTrac Weather Team will cover ways you can ...
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Charlotte County uses storm surge gauges for flood protection
A young tech company is helping Charlotte County become more resilient to storm surge events by providing local crews and ...
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Less than one month until the 2025 hurricane season: ways you can prepare in North Carolina
YOU MAY NEED PHONE CHARGERS AND EVEN PET SUPPLIES. ONE OF THE GREATEST DANGERS FROM A HURRICANE IS STORM SURGE. THAT’S WHEN WATERS PUSH TOWARD THE SHORE BY THE FORCE OF WINDS SWIRLING AROUND THE ...