What significant effects does faster forward-speed of a hurricane have on coastal areas?
A) higher level surge and more rain
B) higher level surge and less rain
C) lower level surge and more rain
D) lower level surge and less rain
E) more wind damage

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Faster forward-speed of a hurricane can lead to a higher level surge because the storm pushes more water onto the coast quickly, but it typically results in less rain because the storm moves through the area faster, reducing the time for rainfall accumulation.

What Significant Effects Does Faster Forward-Speed of a Hurricane Have