An evaluation of the harbor of Cebu City, Republic of the Philippines as a typhoon haven.
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.
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