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Can Florida experience tidal flooding without a hurricane?

Only if the state has a blizzard
Yes, sea-level rise and high tides can increase flooding exposure
No, tides never change water level
No, all coastal flooding requires a named storm

Only if the state has a blizzard
Yes, sea-level rise and high tides can increase flooding exposure
No, tides never change water level
No, all coastal flooding requires a named storm

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Yes, sea-level rise and high tides can increase flooding exposure is correct. Sea-level rise can increase tidal-flood exposure without a hurricane occurring.

Storm surge is seawater pushed ashore; heavy rain can also cause freshwater flooding farther inland.

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