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Can We Stop Hurricanes? Exploring Innovative Solutions

By: Bill McGuire
Originally Published in  Science Focus

Discover the latest ideas and technologies aimed at preventing hurricanes and harnessing their energy.

The article "Can We Stop Hurricanes? Exploring Innovative Solutions" from BBC Science Focus explores futuristic ideas to mitigate hurricane damage. Scientists are developing methods such as offshore wind farms and cooling ocean surfaces to weaken storms before they reach land.
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BBC's Science Focus is packed with news, discoveries, ideas and innovations to keep you up-to-speed with the complexities of the fast-moving world around us. Learn more about subscriptions here.

Grades:
3-56-89-12
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Earth and Space Science
Keywords
hurricaneshurricane preventionweatherclimate changeweather factsnatural disastersdisaster managementenergy
A house destroyed by a hurricane
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Note: The BBC Learning Hub Editorial Team made use of AI tools to create multiple versions of this article, each tailored to different student reading levels. Every version undergoes a thorough review by our BBC Learning editors to ensure accuracy, quality, and appropriateness.

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