It has been suggested that it is a good idea to plan for a hurricane of a category one more than is forecast, does this mean that we could do our own analysis as forecasters, of tropical depressions and determine if there will be tropical storm effects in Read more about It has been suggested that it is a good idea to plan for a hurricane of a category one more than is forecast, does this mean that we could do our own analysis as forecasters, of tropical depressions and determine if there will be tropical storm effects inAdd new comment
Is there really such a term as "a good (hurricane) forecaster"? Read more about Is there really such a term as "a good (hurricane) forecaster"?Add new comment
Do the disaster managers design their action plan from the NHC forecasts and graphics or from the local adaptation of the forecast? Read more about Do the disaster managers design their action plan from the NHC forecasts and graphics or from the local adaptation of the forecast?Add new comment
Given that it is the duty of NMO to forecast localised conditions, has the linear regression equation for storm surge by Conner et al been tested by CIMH or NHC? Read more about Given that it is the duty of NMO to forecast localised conditions, has the linear regression equation for storm surge by Conner et al been tested by CIMH or NHC?Add new comment
If there are more accurate data available for a particular country, could this be incorporated into the model? Read more about If there are more accurate data available for a particular country, could this be incorporated into the model?Add new comment
Regarding the system of estimating structural damage based on the work done in the Cayman Islands, there is a concern that the Cayman Islands may not be representative of what obtains in the Eastern Caribbean. Read more about Regarding the system of estimating structural damage based on the work done in the Cayman Islands, there is a concern that the Cayman Islands may not be representative of what obtains in the Eastern Caribbean.Add new comment
In terms of impact by the wind, what consideration is given to structure? Are the buildings wooden or concrete? Read more about In terms of impact by the wind, what consideration is given to structure? Are the buildings wooden or concrete? Add new comment
Where are the base numbers for population from and what is the accuracy of the system for trials? Read more about Where are the base numbers for population from and what is the accuracy of the system for trials?Add new comment
Are the risks tailored for countries based on individual country hazard assessments? Read more about Are the risks tailored for countries based on individual country hazard assessments?Add new comment
Is tourism included, since tourism is the main industry of many islands which is heavily dependent on environment? Read more about Is tourism included, since tourism is the main industry of many islands which is heavily dependent on environment?Add new comment
