Hurricane 1-4 Flashcards

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Tropical Storm

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Winds between 39 and 73 mph

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Tropical Cyclon

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Characterized by wind speeds

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Hurricane

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74 or more mph

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Hurricane Warning

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Specified for a coastal area when there is a threat within 24 hours or less

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H watch

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Within 36 hours

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Storm Surge

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Abnormal rise in sea level as a result of winds and low pressure of h

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