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Florida
Hurricanes and Tropical Storms
by John M. Williams and Iver W. Duedall
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A comprehensive
chronological guide to hurricanes, tropical storms, and
near-misses to impact Florida since 1871, this compact volume
contains the widest possible range of statistics and information
for the 181 tropical cyclones to reach Florida, 72 of them with
hurricane force winds, 78 as tropical storms.
Accessible and easy to understand, Florida Hurricanes and
Tropical Storms explains the terminology used by
meteorologists, demonstrates the use of the Saffir/Simpson Scale,
and explores the historical and geographical contexts of each
hurricane and tropical storm. A glossary defines all technical
terms. Additional features include statistics for each hurricane
and tropical storm, first-person eyewitness accounts,
one-of-a-kind photos, 10-year tracking charts, and a hurricane
preparedness checklist. Readers will also gain a better
understanding of evacuation procedures and of what to expect in
terms of property damage. References and a list of Internet web
sites point readers to additional sources of information.
With 40 percent of its residents living in coastal zones, Florida
is a state uniquely threatened by hurricanes. A book as
fascinating as it is useful, Florida Hurricanes and Tropical
Storms is the definitive reference for the general public,
amateur storm trackers, coastal homeowners, and anyone interested
in Florida meteorology, written in a style accessible even to
young students of Florida weather.
John M. Williams is a research affiliate for the Florida
Institute of Technology and has served in the U.S. Army as a
staff officer specializing in satellite and tropical meteorology
at the National Hurricane Center in Coral Gables, Florida.
Iver
W. Duedall is professor of oceanography and environmental science
at the Florida Institute of Technology.
1997. 148 pp. 5 ½ X 8.
57 b&w photographs,
4 tables, 23 maps, glossary, references, Internet
addresses, index.
ISBN 0-8130-1515-4
Paper, $12.95
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"Besides acting as a comprehensive historical and meteorological reference guide, this book is a necessity for every Floridian to have on-hand during hurricane season."
... it is a wake-up call for those wanting to remain at home during a hurricane evacuations to 'ride out the storm'."
--Orlando Sentinel
"This comprehensive, factual, concise book on Florida hurricanes and tropical storms will appeal to the general reader and especially to residents of Florida." "With Florida so uniquely bombarded by hurricanes and with over 40 percent of the populatoin residing in coastal areas, this book should be welcome, if not mandatory, reading for all citizens. Williams and Duedall are experts on Florida meteorology, and they have written a superb book that should be studied by all Florida residents, especially school children." "It is fascinating, it is useful, and it just might save a few lives."--Choice
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