What is a Storm Surge

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With nearly half of the world's population living near the coast, many are at risk of the destructive impacts of storm surges.

In this video, we look in detail at what drives a storm surge and how the direction of the wind, the shape and depth of the sea floor and coastal area can affect surge formation and height.

Because this is an in-depth video, links to supporting videos that cover some of the concepts discussed will appear at appropriate times.

Written and presented by Jodie Ramsdale
Animated by Mark Machin
Sound effects: Zapsplat
Thames Barrier plaque courtesy of Steven Craven
Storm surge at Hemsby courtesy of Evelyn Simak

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Thank you for the info. Trying to learn more about this in the wake of hurricane Milton! Excellent video on this topic!

-Mark_F
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I’ve lived through many hurricanes, but never really understood exactly what storm surge was. Thanks for the info

grandmasadvice
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Thanks, this is gonna be helpful for my weather reporting project.

zianjohnillustrisimo
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How long have we known about this and why didn't we establish a min sea level elevation for home construction?

shaecloud
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It’s her voice that lure me in, and her explanation clarify what happened in most of the southern states

rudetoy
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500k deaths in one or two days is unreal.

caustic
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It's ok po if we use some clips in this video?

TrixieMarieA.Mendoza-cgxz
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How can you make an international video and not mention the delta works but do mention the mediocre Thames storm surge barrier.

xxl
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storm surge is when you don't do enough damage to other players (fortnite)

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