Understanding Hurricane Swells and Their Impact on Coastal Areas
• Hurricane swells can create dangerous surf and rip currents, even when storms are far from land.
• Learn how these swells form and how to stay safe during such conditions.
How Hurricane Swells Form
As a hurricane moves over the ocean, its strong winds transfer energy to the water, creating waves. The size and strength of these swells depend on the hurricane's wind speed, size, and duration, as well as the distance from the affected coastline. Even after a hurricane weakens or changes direction, the swells it generated can continue to impact coastal areas.
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