Understanding Storm Surges and Their Impact

What is one reason why storm surges have become more destructive in recent years?

• Decreased rainfall in coastal areas

• More frequent volcanic eruptions

• Higher sea levels due to climate change

• Increased frequency of earthquakes

What is the primary cause of a storm surge?

• Heavy rainfall during a hurricane

• Earthquakes under the ocean

• Strong winds pushing saltwater on land

• Tidal waves caused by the moon

Which hurricane caused the highest storm surge in the US?

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Ike

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Ian

What unique feature did Max Olson use to capture the storm surge during Hurricane Ian?

• A drone with a camera

• An unmanned surge probe

• A helicopter with a camera

• A satellite imaging system

What factor contributed to the large storm surge during Hurricane Katrina despite it being a Category 3 storm?

• Its low pressure

• Its large wind field

• Its small size

• Its high speed

What is one factor that can affect the accuracy of storm surge predictions?

• The color of the ocean water

• The presence of underwater canyons

• The temperature of the air

• The time of day

How much of the ocean has been mapped to modern standards?

• 25%

• 75%

• 50%

• 100%

What is the expected impact of climate change on future hurricanes?

• Increase in hurricane intensity

• Decrease in hurricane frequency

• Decrease in hurricane size

• No change in hurricane patterns

What technology is being used to improve ocean floor mapping?

• Unmanned aerial vehicles

• Satellite imaging

• Un-crude floating drones

• Submarine sonar systems

Why is it important to have a plan in place before a storm surge occurs?

• To ensure you have enough food

• To avoid getting caught in traffic

• To save money on evacuation costs

• Because it may be too late to evacuate once the surge starts