EESC1168 Lecture Notes - Lecture 29: Hurricane Sandy, Indian Ocean, Coriolis Force
7 Apr 2017
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Hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons are names for cyclonic storms that form in normal values the storm surge can cause significant flooding (hurricane sandy) These storms have very high winds, and also raise the water level above. When hurricane-driven rise in water level is combined with a very high tide. Hurricane: a cyclonic tropical storm with sustained winds at or above 74. Cyclone: a hurricane that forms in the indian ocean. Typhoon: a hurricane that forms in the south pacific. Hurricane will be used in this class, unless referring to a specific name mph that forms in the atlantic and northeast pacific oceans. Water evaporates near the equator, and travels to the poles (antarctica) Ocean waters are warmer near the equator. It is easier for water to evaporate at warmer temps - warm air can hold more water. And less additional heat is required to cause water molecules to enter the gas phase.
