Storm surge adds to the normal tides for a section of coastline. How would
the time of day aff ect the severity of the storm surge striking coastal areas? What will be an ideal response?
The overall height of a storm surge would be increased if it occurred at high tide, and
decreased if it occurred at low tide. A diff erence of a few hours in landfall could make a
tremendous diff erence in the eff ect of the storm surge. Because tides do not happen at
the same time each day, there is no general “best” or “worst” time of day for landfall.
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