A weather forecaster describes the condition over Florida as having thunderstorms, rotating winds at 60 miles per hour, and heavy rain. Which natural hazard is happening?

A tropical cyclone is a rotating storm system that can bring thunderstorms and heavy rain. At 60 miles per hour, its winds are below the 74 mph threshold for a hurricane, so “hurricane” is not the best choice. The best answer is a tropical cyclone.

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