Natural Hazards Flashcards

(4 cards)

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Extreme weather

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When a weather event is significantly different from usual. Severe + unseasonal

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Hazard risk

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Probably or chance that a natural hazard may take place

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Global atmospheric circulation

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Worldwide system of winds which transports heat from tropical to polar latitudes

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4
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Tropical storm

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A tropical storm is a very powerful low-pressure weather system. It has strong winds and heavy rainfall that can be disruptive and dangerous.

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