What Is Hurricane Storm Surge, and Why Can It Be So Catastrophic?

Of all the hazards that hurricanes bring, storm surge is the greatest threat to life and property along the coast. It can ...
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AI improving storm surge forecasts could save countless lives

The National Hurricane Center is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance storm surge forecasts, a critical step ...

How AI can produce detailed storm surge forecasts faster and save lives

Accurate storm surge predictions are critical for giving coastal residents time to evacuate and giving emergency responders ...

What to know about storm surge dangers as Hurricane Melissa nears Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa is forecast to bring extreme, life-threatening storm surge to Jamaica when it strikes the island as a Category 4 or 5 hurricane on Tuesday. The storm surge will decimate parts of ...