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Storm surge danger in hurricanes looms for coastlines
Weather Bureau experts studying coastal floods note storm surges as the deadliest hurricane feature. Data from the National Hurricane Center will help forecasters identify danger zones and guide evacuations, sheltering, and utility restoration during storms. Historical surges cited include 1900 Galveston and 1957 Audrey impacts.
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Weather Bureau
Atlantic
Gulf
National Hurricane Center
Miami
Commerce Department
Environmental Science Services Administration
Pital
Galveston
Tex
Audrey
Louisiana