Which condition would NOT indicate the approach of a tropical storm?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — Decrease in wind velocity
The approach of a tropical storm is characterized by a falling barometer, increasing wind velocity, and specific cloud formations like cirrus. A decrease in wind velocity is inconsistent with the intensification and tightening pressure gradient associated with an approaching cyclone, making it a reliable indicator that the storm is not approaching.
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