What aspect of hurricanes causes the most fatalities?
A) high winds
B) heavy rain
C) lightning
D) flying debris
E) storm surge

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Storm surge, the rise in water levels caused by a hurricane's winds and low pressure, is responsible for more than half of all hurricane-related fatalities. It can cause massive flooding and drown people caught in its path. Additionally, storm surge can cause structural damage to buildings and lead to the displacement of large populations.

What Aspect of Hurricanes Causes the Most Fatalities