An Evaluation of Sasebo Harbor, Japan as a Typhoon Haven.

Abstract

The study is an evaluation of Sasebo Harbor, Japan as a typhoon 'haven.' Characteristics of the harbor discussed include moorings, facilities available, wind and wave action, storm surge and the topographical effects on winds prior to and during the passage of tropical cyclones. Problems to be considered when remaining in port and possible evasion procedures are examined. The tracks of tropical cyclones from 1947-1973 for the western North Pacific were analyzed to determine the probability of threat to the harbor. Observations by the author and information obtained in conversations with harbor authorities are utilized in reaching conclusions.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA014100

Entities

People

  • Dieter K. Rudolph

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Atmospheric Motion
  • Biological Phenomena
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Cyclones
  • Ecological And Environmental Phenomena
  • Ecological And Environmental Processes
  • Meteorological Phenomena
  • Observation
  • Probability
  • Research Facilities
  • Sea Level Rise
  • Storm Surges
  • Storms
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Tropical Cyclones
  • Typhoons

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Coastal and Marine Engineering/Sediment Transport/Hydraulic Engineering
  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Oceanography.