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storm surge: see under storm storm surge, sometimes called a tidal wave, is a flood of ocean or lake water that occurs in areas subject to tropical storms and bordering on shallow waters, but any strong low-pressure system in a coastal area, such as a northeaster along the Atlantic coast of North America, may ..... Click the link for more information. . storm surge [′stȯrm ‚sərj] (oceanography) A rise above normal water level on the open coast due only to the action of wind stress on the water surface; includes the rise in level due to atmospheric pressure reduction as well as that due to wind stress. Also known as storm wave; surge. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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With AIR Worldwide Corp's recently enhanced storm-surge subcomponent to its model, damage from winds and storm surge are estimated for every hurricane it simulates, said Dr. A storm surge is a rapid rise in sea level that is caused by winds blowing ocean water ashore. One new tool for emergency responders is NOAA's 24-hour storm surge tracker. |
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