Damaging rains from hurricanes more intense after winds begin to subside
Thursday, December 5, 2019 - 13:40
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 wreaking havoc as it nears the coast. Storm surges combine with the downpour, inundating the area with water.