Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

by Tarbuck, Edward J.; Lutgens, Frederick K.; Tasa, Dennis G.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0134074254

ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 20 - Section 20.6 - Hurricanes: The Ultimate Coastal Hazard - Concept Checks - Page 617: 3

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The three broad categories of hurricane damage are storm surge, wind damage and inland flooding. Amongst the three, storm surge is responsible for the greatest number of hurricane-related deaths.

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