New England Hurricanes: Past, Present, Future (short course)
Class Description
New England has been frequently visited by tropical storms that have been historically recorded to some extent over the last few centuries. These events have been, at times, destructive and deadly to our region. This virtual online course will introduce you some of the basic science, historical paths and regional effects that tropical systems, with a focus on Hurricanes, have had and can have on New England. Using PowerPoint, the instructor will show historically recorded images and graphs from the past landfalls, especially the 1938 and 1954 hurricanes. Learn how these storms can affect our future and how to better prepare and stay informed!
Class Requirements
None
Class Supplies
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