FROM EXTREME WEATHER AND CLIMATE Why is storm damage of a westward-moving hurric
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FROM EXTREME WEATHER AND CLIMATE
Why is storm damage of a westward-moving hurricane generally greater on the north (right) side of the eye?
A It isn't; the storm damage is greatest under the eye
B It isn't; hurricane damage would be the greatest on the south (left) side of hurricane
C The winds are moving in the same direction as the hurricane, causing an additive effect. Also, the storm surge would be on the north side of the storm.
D The winds are moving offshore there rather than onshore, picking up more debris to collide with buildings.
Explanation / Answer
Answer: The winds are moving in the same direction as the hurricane, causing an additive effect. Also, the storm surge would be on the north side of the storm.
Explanation:The strongest winds of a Hurricane are observe on the north side of the storm, because they are steered by the airflow alof. Wind velocicty gradually increase and the direction of spiralling wind coincides with that of the cyclone;s movement. pressure gradient are always steep.
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