What is the Gulf Stream?
Global Weather Patterns

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The Gulf Stream is a warm ocean current that flows from the Gulf of Mexico along the eastern coast of the United States and out into the Atlantic Ocean.
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How does warm water from the Gulf Stream affect hurricanes?
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Warm water from the Gulf Stream increases the speed and intensity of hurricanes.
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What are prevailing westerlies?
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Prevailing westerlies are winds that blow from the west to the east across the United States, influencing weather patterns.
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What is the jet stream?
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The jet stream is a fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that can influence weather by deflecting air masses.
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Where do many summer storms in North Carolina originate?
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Many summer storms in North Carolina are caused by air masses moving from the Gulf of Mexico.
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Why do hurricanes weaken after making landfall?
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Hurricanes weaken after making landfall because they no longer have warm water to feed them.
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What two factors determine the direction of prevailing winds?
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The rotation of the Earth on its axis and the sun’s uneven heating of the Earth determine the direction of prevailing winds.
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