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What Happens to the Sea During A Hurricane? 

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The upper levels of the ocean are stratified by temperature and salinity— warm, fresh water lies near the surface and colder, salty water lies below.
What Happens to the Sea During A Hurricane? 
The upper levels of the ocean are stratified by temperature and salinity—warm, fresh water lies near the surface and colder, salty water lies below. During a hurricane, these levels get mixed up, resulting in a muddled upper ocean. Intense hurricanes can generate huge waves, sea spray and foam. Wh
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