METEOROLOGIST JEFF HABY
The storm surge experienced at the coast can vary dramatically depending on the position of the storm and the orientation/shape of the
coastline. This writing examines the impact of storm surge on bays and inlets as a hurricane approaches. The diagram below shows a bay. A
hurricane is approaching the coastline from the southeast toward the northwest. As it approaches the coast, the right side of the hurricane
has winds moving from the ocean toward the land. Thus, this region will have a stronger storm surge. Adding to this is the funneling
effect of the water as it moves from the ocean and into the bay. This will dramatically increase the storm surge within the bay. Extreme
flooding can occur in these situations.
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