Cyclone Fani: What is a storm surge and why is it so dangerous?

Severe cyclone Fani is expected to pack a frequently underestimated yet lethal threat: storm surge. The surge happens when sea levels rise dramatically during a storm, sending a destructive wall of water gushing over people and property on land.

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