Why Is Storm Damage of a Westward-Moving Hurricane Generally Less

question 46

Multiple Choice

Why is storm damage of a westward-moving hurricane generally less on the south side of the eye?

• A)It isn't. The storm surge is highest right under the eye where the atmospheric pressure is lowest.
• B)It isn't. The hurricane winds are highest both just north and just south of the eye.
• C)The winds are moving offshore there, so there is no onshore surge or wave effects.
• D)The winds are moving offshore there, so the debris travels over open water rather than colliding with buildings.
• E)Winds in the left-front quadrant point most directly at the shore, causing the greatest surge and wind effects.

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