1970 Bhola cyclone

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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1. What is the storm classification?Tropical Cyclone (equivalent to Category 3 Hurricane)
2. What is the date of landfall?November 12, 1970
3. What was the Bhola cyclone and when did it happen?The Bhola cyclone was a huge storm that hit the Bay of Bengal area in early November 1970, reaching Category 3 strength.
4. Why was the Bhola cyclone so deadly?It struck a very low and crowded region, had a massive storm surge up to 30 feet, and there were no strong warning systems to help people escape.

Tropical Cyclone: A large-scale, rotating storm system that forms over warm tropical or subtropical waters, characterized by low pressure, strong winds, and heavy precipitation.
Storm Surge: An abnormal rise of sea level generated by a storm, exceeding the normal astronomical tide, primarily caused by strong onshore winds pushing water towards the coast.
Ganges Delta: A vast river delta formed by the confluence of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers before emptying into the Bay of Bengal, known for its low elevation and susceptibility to flooding.
Geopolitical: Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.