The Dictionary Of Hurricane Sandy: Landfall
Landfall Noun. Pronunciation:[ˈlæn(d)-ˌfɔl] Landfall is a simple but misleading term. The proper definition, for a tropical or subtropical storm like our new friend…
View ArticleThe Dictionary of Hurricane Sandy: Spring Tide
Spring tide[ˈsprɪŋ ˈtaɪd] Most coastlines on Earth experience two low tides and two high tides every day, as the enormous mass of water is tugged upon by the gravity of…
View ArticleThe Dictionary Of Hurricane Sandy: Baroclinic Energy
Baroclinic Energy Noun. Pronunciation:[bar-uh-klin-ik] One of the most striking features of Sandy is its source of energy. Most tropical cyclones get their energy from…
View ArticleThe Dictionary of Hurricane Sandy: Storm Surge
Storm Surge[ˈstȯrm ˈsərj] During a hurricane, a storm surge is usually the greatest threat to life and property. The disaster associated with Hurricane Katrina, as most…
View ArticleThe Dictionary Of Hurricane Sandy: Wind Shear
Wind Shear_[ˈwɪnd ʃɪər]_ Wind shear usually comes up when you talk about how a hurricane weakens. The term refers to changes in wind speed or direction over a short distance and can be measured either...
View ArticleNews Writers: Stop Trying To Scare People With Made-Up Storm Language
Superstorm[suːpər ˈstɔrm] Here is a short list of major news organizations referring to Sandy as a "superstorm": The L.A. Times, CBS News, Time, The Guardian, Business…
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