Danger Zone: Fuel for the Storm

2 minutes 12 seconds

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Hurricanes are one of the most powerful and destructive forces on Earth. How do they form? The formation of a hurricane is complicated, but basically, it depends on 3 factors: warm water, moist air, and converging winds. Part of the "Danger Zone" series.

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Runtime: 2 minutes 12 seconds

Topic: Geography, Science
Subtopic: Earth Sciences, Weather, World Geography
Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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Release Year: 2015
Producer/Distributor: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Series: Danger Zone

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