The cyclone data set is comprised of data collected from more than 1,600 storm tracks during the
21-year period from 1980-2000 for the Arlannic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. At least
67% of
the
world's land area was subject to at least one instance of tropical storm or hurricane-type conditions
Natural disasters include cyclones, which are tropical storm systems that can have devastating impacts on the ecosystems and
lives of humans in the affected areas. The map here shows the severity of impacts by tropical cyclone systems across the globe.
Which statements can be inferred about the future impacts from tropical systems? Select ALL that apply.
4×
A
Cyclones tend to move west after they form and travel along the oceans.
B
Countries of highest population densities are impacted by the cyclones.
Western Pacific coastal areas have/will continue to have severe impacts by cyclones.
Western Atlantic coastal areas have/will continue to have severe impacts by the cyclones.
C
D
E Cyclones typically happen only when the ocean waters are cooler than the atmospheric temperatures.