Dorian Poses Risks All the Way Up to North Carolina: Meteorologist

The transcript discusses a powerful storm impacting the Bahamas and potentially Florida, highlighting the role of global warming in increasing hurricane frequency. Meteorologist Jim Roemer provides insights into storm surges, wind speeds, and potential damage along the U.S. East Coast. The conversation also touches on changes in building codes since 2004 and the possible influence of Amazon forest fires on future hurricane seasons.

What is the potential impact of the storm on the East Coast of the United States?

• Sunny weather with no rain

• 20-foot storm surges and high winds

• Mild temperatures and calm seas

• Minimal rain and light winds

What is the significance of the storm in relation to global warming?

• It is the first hurricane in the Atlantic

• It has no connection to global warming

• It is the fourth Category 5 hurricane in four years

• It is the weakest storm to hit the Bahamas

How have building codes changed in response to past hurricanes?

• They have remained the same

• They have become more relaxed

• They have been abolished

• They have been strengthened

What potential effect could the Amazon forest fires have on the hurricane season?

• Possibly weaken the hurricane season

• Cause more intense hurricanes

• Have no effect on hurricanes

• Increase the number of hurricanes

What nickname did Florida earn due to the hurricanes in 2004?

• The Storm State

• The Sunshine State

• The Plywood State

• The Hurricane State