Swells generated by tropical cyclones (including hurricanes) can propagate to distant coastal areas and create life-threatening surf and rip currents.
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hazard
Coastal impacts from tropical cyclones
Heavy rainfall from tropical cyclones can cause flash flooding in affected coastal regions.
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hazard
Flooding risk associated with tropical cyclone rainfall
Swells generated by tropical cyclones can reach coastlines and produce life-threatening surf and rip currents.
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hazard
General coastal hazards associated with tropical cyclones and hurricanes.