What causes a storm surge? | Bang Goes the Theory

Maggie Philbin demonstrates what causes a storm surge.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 2'27''
  • Broadcast year: 2014
Curriculum Connection
  • Geography | Natural hazards | Tropical storms | Weather hazards
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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Content
  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC One
  • Programme: Bang Goes the Theory
  • Series: 8
  • Episode: Flooding
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