An evaluation of the harbor of Cebu City, Republic of the Philippines as a typhoon haven.
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Authors
Hassell, Benny K.
Subjects
tropical cyclone
typhoon
typhoon haven
Cebu city
Cebu Harbor
typhoon
typhoon haven
Cebu city
Cebu Harbor
Advisors
Haltiner, G.J.
Date of Issue
1976-03
Date
March 1976
Publisher
Language
en_US
Abstract
This study is an evaluation of Cebu Harbor as a typhoon
"haven." Characteristics of the harbor discussed include
facilities available, wind and wave action, storm surge and
the topographical effects on winds prior to and during
passage of tropical cyclones. Problems to be considered if
remaining in port and possible evasion procedures for ships
sailing from the port are examined.
The tracks of tropical cyclones from 1947-1974 for the
western North Pacific were analyzed to determine the probability
of threat to Cebu Harbor. Observations by the author
and information obtained in conversations with port and
harbor authorities are utilized in reaching conclusions.
In general, the results indicate that Cebu Harbor is
not a safe haven. Under threatening conditions, all fleet
units capable of evasion at sea should sortie at the earliest
possible moment.
Type
Thesis
Description
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Department
Meteorology
Organization
Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
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Distribution Statement
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.
Rights
This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.