The Science Behind Superstorms, Explained

Explores the evolving physics of hurricanes, as we reveal why future systems may be fewer in number but catastrophic in intensity. By extracting 3,000-year-old soil samples and utilizing high-velocity wind laboratories, scientists are uncovering how our shifting climate is stripping away the planet's natural defenses. From the crumbling barrier islands of the United States to the dying coral reefs of the Caribbean, we investigate whether human engineering can truly withstand 200 mph winds and 30-foot storm surges, or if the era of coastal civilization is reaching a breaking point. Welcome to Progress - the home of engineering marvels, space exploration and history's greatest inventions. From rockets that took us to the stars to the world's most advanced military vessels, we'll be bringing you world-class documentaries every week. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn Progress is part of the History Hit Network. For any queries, please contact [email protected]. #progress #documentary #technology