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A storm surge forms when strong winds from a storm push ocean water toward the coast, resulting in a significant rise in sea level. Here’s a breakdown of the key processes involved: ???? ????????????????-???????????????????????? ???????????????????? ????????????????????????????????????????????????: The strong winds of a storm act as a driving force that pushes ocean water toward the coastline. This creates a dome of water that moves in conjunction with the storm. ???? ???????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????? ????????????????????????????????: As a storm approaches, the atmospheric pressure drops. Lower pressure causes water levels to rise slightly because the reduced pressure allows the water to expand. ???? ???????????????? ????????????????????????: The storm’s intense winds generate large waves, which increase the water level further when they reach the shore. ???? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????? ???? ???? ???????????????????? ????????????????????????????????????: Stronger storms with high wind speeds push more water toward the shore, creating a higher surge. ???? ???????????????????? ????????????????: Larger storms displace a greater volume of water over a wider area, its size can cause a large storm surge because it affects a larger expanse of the ocean. ???? ???????????????????? ????????????????????????????????????????: If a storm surge occurs during high tide or spring tide, the water levels will be even higher, leading to more severe flooding. ???? ???????????????????????????? ????????????????????????????????????????: Coastal areas with gradually slopes are more vulnerable to high storm surges. The shallow water allows more energy to be transferred from the wind, pushing water farther inland. Storm surges cause massive flooding in low-lying coastal areas. The combination of surge-driven flooding and heavy rainfall often results in extensive inland flooding. Saltwater from the surge can also contaminate freshwater systems. Beaches, dunes, and barrier islands can be washed away, resulting in permanent land loss. Natural protective features, such as sand dunes and mangroves, may be destroyed, leaving the coastline more vulnerable to future storms. Coastal infrastructure is highly susceptible to damage during a storm surge. Buildings, roads, bridges, and ports can be heavily damaged or destroyed by storm surges. Storm surges are dangerous and destructive, caused by powerful winds and low-pressure during storms. The size of the surge depends on various factors like storm strength, coastal shape, and tides. The effects can be devastating, leading to flooding, erosion, and long-term damage to coastal communities and the environment. Being prepared and understanding these risks is crucial for reducing the impacts of storm surges. #mfast #ocean #forecast #oceanhydro