4.Structure of TRS Flashcards
1
Q
The eye
A
Hurricane centre is relatively calm and clear of sinking air
Light winds of 24km/h
Calmest part of storm with low pressure
2
Q
Eyewall
A
119km/h winds
Consists of a ring of tall thunderstorms and cumulonimbus clouds which produce heavy rains and strong wind
Outer rain bands organise into outer ring of thunderstorms weakening tropical storms
3
Q
Rain bands
A
Curved band of clouds and thunderstorms that trail way from eyewall
Capable of producing heavy bursts or rain and wind
Outer edge to centre gets more intense
