Hurricane Sandy Was a Category 1 Hurricane When It Hit

question 51

Multiple Choice

Hurricane Sandy was a Category 1 hurricane when it hit the East Coast of the USA. It caused extensive damage because of ________.

• A) human vulnerability related to where they live and work
• B) the combined effects of the hurricane, a cold front, and a second storm system
• C) the timing of the storm during a full moon, which contributed to higher storm surges
• D) All of the above

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