Concept information
Preferred term
storm surge
Definition
- A coastal flood or tsunami-like phenomenon of rising water commonly associated with low-pressure weather systems, such as cyclones. It is measured as the rise in water level above the normal tidal level, and does not include waves. (Source: Wikipedia)
Broader concept
Entry terms
- storm flood
- storm tide
- tidal surge
In other languages
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French
-
inondation de tempête
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marée de tempête
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onde de marée
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/CHC-XV8MX25G-Z
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