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PREFERRED TERM

STORM SURGE  

DEFINITION

  • A rise above normal sea level on the coast where the Ekman effect, from strong winds, causes the shallow waters to pile up against the shore.

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https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/kms/concept/9edd23d0-68a9-4bae-8887-705058f48ba7

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