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Tropical Storm Reaching Land
Age 9 · Science
A tropical storm gets its power from warm ocean water. When it moves over land, it loses that warm, wet supply, so its winds slow and its rain becomes lighter.
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In the picture
- Spiral storm cloud over the ocean
- Heavy rain curtain at the shoreline
- Palm tree trunk bent by coastal wind
- Small grey cloud over dry inland ground
Examples
- A hurricane weakening after it crosses a beach.
- A summer storm fading as it moves away from the sea.
Key takeaways
- A tropical storm draws heat and moisture from the ocean.
- Over land, its winds weaken and its rain gets lighter.
Quiz: Tropical Storm Reaching Land (Age 9)
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Where does a tropical storm get the heat and moisture that keep it strong?
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What happens to a tropical storm’s winds when it moves over land?
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What happens to a tropical storm’s rain when it moves over land?
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