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Why did experts decide to name storms and hurricanes?
Why did experts decide to name storms and hurricanes?
- To track the intensity and path of the storms more accurately.
- To create easily remembered identifiers for quick communication and reduce confusion. (correct)
- To honor individuals affected by previous storms.
- To provide a consistent naming convention across different regions.
Hurricane Floyd only affected the Bahamas with minimal impact on the East Coast of the USA.
Hurricane Floyd only affected the Bahamas with minimal impact on the East Coast of the USA.
False (B)
Besides torrential rainfall, what was another significant impact caused by Hurricane Floyd?
Besides torrential rainfall, what was another significant impact caused by Hurricane Floyd?
Flooding of thousands of homes
Hurricane Floyd was one of the largest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded, with a diameter of ______ km.
Hurricane Floyd was one of the largest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded, with a diameter of ______ km.
What is one potential drawback of using people's names to identify tropical storms?
What is one potential drawback of using people's names to identify tropical storms?
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Hurricane Floyd
Hurricane Floyd
A large Atlantic hurricane in 1999 that impacted the Bahamas and East Coast USA.
Storm Naming
Storm Naming
The practice of giving short and memorable names to tropical storms for clarity.
Tropical Storm Force Winds
Tropical Storm Force Winds
Winds of 39 to 73 mph associated with tropical storms and hurricanes.
Rainfall from Hurricanes
Rainfall from Hurricanes
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Effectiveness of Forecasting
Effectiveness of Forecasting
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