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
A tornado must have wind speeds of at least 200 miles per hour to be classified as EF-5, which is the highest rating on the Enhanced Fujita Scale.
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definition
Tornado intensity classification criteria
Hurricanes generate ocean swells that can reach coastlines and create life-threatening surf and rip currents.
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process
Meteorological hazards associated with tropical cyclones affecting coastal areas.
Outer bands of hurricanes can produce heavy rainfall that increases the risk of flash flooding in impacted regions.
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process
Hydrological impacts of tropical cyclone rainbands on vulnerable areas.