Along the immediate coast, storm surge is the greatest threat to life and property. If the storm surge arrives at the same time as the high tide, the water height will be even greater. The storm tide is the combination of the storm surge and the normal astronomical tide. This is the major threat to areas well inland. Debris, such as signs, roofing material, siding, and small items left outside, become flying missiles in hurricanes.
Winds often stay above hurricane strength well inland.
Hurricane Tornadoes Hurricanes also produce tornadoes, which add to the hurricane's destructive power. These tornadoes most often occur in thunderstorms embedded in rain bands well away from the center of the hurricane. However, they can also occurnear the eyewall.