Hurricanes

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What direction do hurricanes rotate in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Counterclockwise

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When does Hurricane Season occur in the Atlantic Ocean?

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June 1st - November 30th

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What happens to a hurricane as it moves further inland?

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It slows down and gets weaker.

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What is the pressure inside a hurricane?

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Low

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What is the calm area in the center of a hurricane called?

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Eye

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What is a hurricane?

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A large tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain.

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What scale is used to measure hurricane intensity?

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Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.

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What is the main cause of hurricanes?

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Warm ocean water and atmospheric conditions.

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What are the categories of hurricanes based on wind speed?

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Categories 1 to 5, with Category 1 being the weakest and Category 5 being the strongest.

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What is storm surge?

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An abnormal rise in sea level during a hurricane, caused by strong winds.