Damaging rains from hurricanes can be more intense after winds subside
Wednesday, December 4, 2019 - 08:30
in Earth & Climate
Howling wind drives torrential rain sideways as tall, slender palms bow and tree limbs snap. A hurricane approaches, its gale-force winds wreak havoc as it nears the coast. Storm surges combine with the downpour, inundating the area with water.