What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large tropical storm system characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and low pressure, typically forming over warm ocean waters.
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What is the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale?
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A classification system that categorizes hurricanes into five levels based on their sustained wind speeds and potential damage.
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What is a Category 5 hurricane?
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A hurricane with sustained winds of 157 mph (252 km/h) or higher, capable of causing catastrophic damage.
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What are the main components of a hurricane?
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The main components include the eye, eye wall, and rainbands.
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What is the 'eye' of a hurricane?
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The eye is the calm center of a hurricane, surrounded by the eye wall, where the most severe weather occurs.
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What is storm surge?
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Storm surge is the rise in sea level caused by a hurricane's winds pushing water toward the shore, leading to flooding.
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What factors contribute to hurricane formation?
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Warm ocean water, moist air, and low wind shear are key factors that contribute to hurricane formation.
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