Storm Surge Quiz

What is storm surge?

• A sudden increase in rainfall during a storm.

• A rise in sea level during a storm due to strong winds and low atmospheric pressure.

• A decrease in wind speed during a storm.

• A change in ocean currents during a storm.

Which of the following is a cause of storm surge?

• Strong winds pushing water towards the shore

• Tidal waves generated by earthquakes.

• Heavy rainfall causing rivers to overflow.

• Underwater volcanic eruptions.

What effect can storm surge have on coastal areas?

• flooding and erosion

• reduced wave action

• increased vegetation growth

• decreased wind speeds

What is the primary factor that determines the severity of a storm surge?

• Distance from the storm's center.

• Temperature and humidity levels.

• Amount of rainfall during the storm.

• Intensity and duration of the storm's winds

Which of the following is NOT a way to mitigate the effects of storm surge?

• Building sea walls

• Implementing flood insurance.

• Constructing levees.

• Planting trees.

What is the approximate average height of storm surge during a hurricane?

• 20 feet

• 15 feet

• 5 feet

• 10 feet

Which of the following is a natural barrier that can help protect coastal areas from storm surge?

• Seawalls

• Concrete barriers

• Sand dunes

• Mangrove forests

What is the term used to describe the area where storm surge is most severe?

• storm surge hotspot

• storm surge focal point

• storm surge danger zone

• storm surge epicenter

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences storm surge?

• Wind speed

• Temperature

• Barometric pressure

• Tide level

What is the main difference between storm surge and tsunami?

• Duration.

• Magnitude.

• Cause

• Location.