Tropical Revolving Storms Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What are the three names for tropical storms
A
Hurricanes
Cyclones
Typhoons
2
Q
What are tropical storms measured on
A
Saffir Simpson Scale
3
Q
What conditions are required for them to form?
A
Water above 27 degrees
5-15 degrees north or south of the equator
Shallow water
4
Q
What makes the storms spin?
A
Coriolis Effect
5
Q
Is the eye of the storm calm or destructive
A
Calm
6
Q
What are the three ways we can reduce the effects of these storms
A
Monitoring + Prediction
Protection
Planning
7
Q
What are storm surges?
A
A change in sea level that is caused by a storm. They can lead to extensive flooding and are dangerous for people living in many coastal areas
