Wind forces, sraightline v cyclonic

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Cyclonic winds are generally more complex and can exert varying forces from multiple directions, making them potentially more dangerous than straight-line winds. In the scenario described, the character's grip would be compromised by the shifting forces of cyclonic winds, which could pull her in different directions. The wind's impact on her body would likely be uneven, with her feet experiencing more force due to gravity and the wind's direction. The discussion emphasizes that while straight-line winds can be severe, the unpredictability of cyclonic winds poses a greater risk to her stability. Overall, the character's situation highlights the dangers of both wind types in extreme weather conditions.
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Hello, I have question about wind forces on a human body. (Wind force may be an incorrect phrase.)
I have looked at a few other threads but haven't found an answer yet.

Thisnisnfor a fictional short story I'm writing for fun.
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A character in armored suit is hanging upside down from a pipe on the roof of a building in a bad storm. Severe strightline winds. Has armored suit as there are many rocks the size of small apples hitting her.

What I have written is that she is barely holding on but shenwill be in trouble if the storm turns into a cyclone, with the and pulling her from every direction at once.

Questions:
- Would cyclonic winds naturally be stronger than straight line winds?
- Would her feet have more forcenupon them than her arms or body?
If there are any other flaws in my thinking please let me know.

I am a new member but I plan to stay here, not just ask a question and leave. I wish I would have found this site sooner! Awesome site and resource.

Thank you in advance if you're able to respond.
 
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I don't think that you need to assert that the winds would be stronger. Just the changing directions will make an already precarious hold fail.
 
Thank you, DaleSpam. Much appreciated. ☺
 
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