State the two main effects of hurricane on human life. (3) State the main cause of flood in the river.
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Explanation:
i.)Storm Surge: Storm surge is the most devastating effect that accounts for 90 percent of the hurricane deaths.
ii.) Heavy Winds: The overall effect of a hurricane depends on the speed of the wind.
iii.) Rainfall: It is a fact that inland flooding causes more deaths than the actual hurricane storms. On an average, 5-10 inch rainfall is common.
iv.) Tornadoes: Hurricanes may also result in tornadoes. However, the frequency and occurrence vary from one hurricane to another. Very often, such tornadoes are of minimal strength.
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Hurricanes effect people's lives because they can do so much damage. Winds can damage houses, trees, and any outdoor property. If the hurricane doesn't destroy where people live then the major flooding after hurricanes might. When homes are destroyed, people may have to rebuild homes and towns.
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What Causes a Flood?
Heavy rainfall.
Ocean waves coming on shore, such as a storm surge.
Melting snow and ice, as well as ice jams.
Dams or levees breaking.