Question

Hurricanes are more destructive than tornados due to _______.
a.
coastal storm surges
b.
their shorter duration
c.
the combination of high winds and flood waters
d.
all of the above

Answer 1

c. the combination of high winds and flood waters

Hurricanes produce sustained winds over a large area plus heavy rainfall and coastal storm surge, causing widespread flooding and damage over longer periods — whereas tornadoes are typically shorter-lived and more localized.