Hurricanes

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What organization do hurricane hunters work for?

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

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What type of storm is a hurricane classified as?

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A tropical storm

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In which direction do hurricanes circle in the southern hemisphere?

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Clockwise

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What scale is used to measure the intensity of hurricanes?

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The Saffir-Simpson Scale

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During which months do hurricanes typically occur?

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June and November

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What is the minimum wind speed for a storm to be classified as a hurricane?

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74 miles per hour (119 kilometers per hour)

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What are the main components of a hurricane?

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The eye, eye wall, and rainbands

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a typhoon?

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They are the same type of storm but are called hurricanes in the Atlantic and typhoons in the Pacific.

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What atmospheric conditions are necessary for hurricane formation?

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Warm ocean water, moist air, and low wind shear.

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What is the primary cause of damage during a hurricane?

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High winds, storm surge, and heavy rainfall.